I received an invitation from the California Avocado Commission a few weeks ago for a demonstration involving avocados. I love avocados and eat one every week so it piqued my interest. But looking closely at the invitation, I also saw that it involved an interactive lunch with Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger of the... Continue Reading →
The magic is in the jar
Hard to believe but we don't eat a lot of bacon in the house. I find the prospect of cooking full strips of bacon a grease-filled mess, often leaving me cleaning the floors immediately afterward. But I love to include freshly cooked bacon bits into recipes on occasion: in mac and cheese, sauteed broccoli and... Continue Reading →
One taco short of a combination plate
I've longed after the tacos at Kogi BBQ. I've followed their Twitter feed. And last fall, I finally had their tacos. Since then, a bevy of food trucks has infiltrated greater Los Angeles, ranging from breakfast foods to french fries. It's very difficult to keep up with the latest food truck on the road. Luckily... Continue Reading →
Friday’s Fast-Food Fishtacular! – Jack in the Box Fish Sandwich
Jack in the Box Fish Sandwich I confess -- I loves me Jack in the Box. Their mascot is great, their commercials are hilarious and oft-times brilliant, their menu is diverse and reasonable, I like their redesigned logo and they're the home team. Jack has had a fish sandwich for some time now, so it's... Continue Reading →
Jamie’s crazy dances moves and mad cooking skills
I first noticed Jamie Oliver when he first premiered as the Naked Chef and kept tabs on him over the years following his work with at-risk teens in the U.K. But he has completely caught my interest with his show, Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution. It's an eye-opening look at the city of Huntington, West Virginia... Continue Reading →
Friday’s Fast-Food Fishtacular! – Carl’s Catch Fish Sandwich
For the next couple of Fridays, I’m going to review fish sandwiches from various fast food chains. Seems that everyone loves comparing burgers, fries and shakes. I figure it’s time we shed some light on our fishy friends. Just so you know, this isn’t a Catholic/Lent thing. It’s a “Wha–? They sell fish at Carl’s... Continue Reading →
It’s bunny hunting season
Happy hunting and Happy Easter!
Friday’s Fast-Food Fishtacular! – Wendy’s Premium Fish Fillet Sandwich
For the next few Fridays, I’m going to review fish sandwiches from various fast food chains. Seems that everyone loves comparing burgers, fries and shakes. I figure it’s time we shed some light on our fishy friends. Just so you know, this isn’t a Catholic/Lent thing. It’s a “Wha–? They sell fish at Wendy's?” thing.... Continue Reading →
OMG. OMD and DD&D!
"Jou donna haff ta eat soup fhrom a bo" It's been almost 20 years to the day since that headline graced the pages of the University of Nevada, Reno Sagebrush newspaper. It was written by me (as Arnold Schwarzenegger would say it) to accompany the HEARTBURN food column by Nancy Louvat, who was also the... Continue Reading →
Friday’s Fast-Food Fishtacular! – The Sea Dog
For the next few Fridays, I'm going to review fish sandwiches from various fast food chains. Seems that everyone loves comparing burgers, fries and shakes. I figure it's time we shed some light on our fishy friends. Just so you know, this isn't a Catholic/Lent thing. It's a "Wha--? They sell fish at Wienerschnitzel?" thing.... Continue Reading →
My Burning Kitchen... on the road 