I’ll admit most vacations are planned around eating ourselves silly, NYC is a very good place to do that! Shake Shack- I shy away from places I’ve seen on TV travel shows that implore you to go. I’m glad we checked this out! Black Shack Burger– However, the joint that won our undying affection was …

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If you don’t know these two Classy Ladies you can get acquainted via their YouTube shows Once you’ve been there and liked it (and you will!) go and check out their Podcast Slumber Party with Alie and Georgia And if that wasn’t enough to make you fall head over heels, they now have their own …

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Officially, finally grilling season! Also known as, “No way, it’s too hot! I’m not going near my stove!” That being said, you don’t want to linger over the hot grill too long either. Lamb chops to the rescue! Grilled Lamb Chops 1-2 racks Lamb Chops (frenched and cut into chops) For the marinade: 1/2 cup …

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I made this last night from my cookbook “The Family Table” Now available for iPad! Chicken Tikka Masala I knew the moment I took a bite of this classic dish at Vama in London, I’d have to find a way to recreate it. For the chicken and marinade: 2 ½ lbs.    skinless, boneless Chicken …

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A feast for the eyes and belly, Mimi Thorisson writes about her life in Medoc France with her photographer husband, children and dogs. I love going to her site for her wonderful recipes, that remind me of the things my Grandma Naomi used to cook. The photography, done by her husband, is really beautiful.

Has everyone figured out what they are making for Easter? Here’s a few links to help. Or, possibly make you second guess your decision, like this wonderful looking baked ricotta! Baked Ricotta This is what I’m making. You gotta have hot cross buns! Dana at Minimalist Baker made these yummy peanut butter eggs. Hop over …

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Something of an internationally miss-matched name, I know. My guess is that both Italians and Asians would be alarmed, but It turned out really well! It made the hour and some struggle to clean what turned out to be completely unprocessed squid very worth it! I’ll offer the how to at the end of the …

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