I inhaled and was immediately taken to a familiar place. Coriander, cumin, rosewater, basmati rice. Everything was a delight to the senses, from the music of familiar tones to the artwork depicting spice markets and Bollywood glamor. Every detail in Cheeni took me back to the … [Read more...] about A Taste of Home at Cheeni
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Food Bank is Vital to Our Community
There are two things that are important to me - my kids and other kids. Feeding families, whether my own or others, is always top of mind. Food is about so much more than sustenance. Our dinner table is the nucleus of our family, yet many families don't have that luxury. I … [Read more...] about Food Bank is Vital to Our Community
Roasted Squash Soup Is Antidote for Rainy Day
It was a rainy, cold day. Even the dog didn't want to go out. I told the kids at breakfast that I was making soup for dinner. I got some eye rolls, but those are so commonplace these days that I took no notice. It irks my family when I talk about dinner at breakfast. … [Read more...] about Roasted Squash Soup Is Antidote for Rainy Day
Turning the Tide for Turnips
This is my favorite T-shirt. Mac Daddy and the boys gave it to me for my birthday. I've been known to wear it with jeans, baggy khakis, and even a leather skirt with a jaunty crop jacket. Anyone who's talked to me for one second knows that I love word play. I also love food. And … [Read more...] about Turning the Tide for Turnips
Family Dinner Time Above All
There is one thing that is sacred to us, family dinner time. I joke that I have the least scheduled kids in America. And believe me, I hear all about how it's a disservice to my sons to not have them participate in traveling teams and perform in recitals. I've been told they will … [Read more...] about Family Dinner Time Above All
Winter Issue of Simple Scratch Cooking to Benefit Backpack Buddies
While our house was gutted and inhabitable during our recent renovation, we stowed our things and moved into a small rental house for the nine-month long project. We had to be selective about what we toted. I brought about an eighth of my kitchen and closet, stuffing the rest … [Read more...] about Winter Issue of Simple Scratch Cooking to Benefit Backpack Buddies
Southern Smoke BBQ – Handmade (near) Raleigh
This week's Handmade in Raleigh is sort of a stretch, but I wanted to pay homage to some fantastic fare that's handmade close to Raleigh. It would be a disservice to my readers to not give this place a shout out. I connect with people over food. I really love those kindred … [Read more...] about Southern Smoke BBQ – Handmade (near) Raleigh