Monthly Archives: June 2011

Kale Salad with Avocado, Apricots & Almonds

I claim that I am not a picky eater, which I still hold as true, but I often fall victim to the work-lunch-funk.  I seem to instantly transform into the world’s choosiest (that doesn’t sound quite as harsh as picky) … Continue reading

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Blueberry Cornmeal Pancakes

Each summer I wait patiently… or not so patiently… for those large containers of blueberries to miraculously appear at the grocery stores and farmer’s markets at fairly reasonable prices.  As I begrudgingly headed to the grocery store, officially marking the … Continue reading

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Robot Cake

I started drafting a few cake ideas for Robotto Otto’s first birthday when my husband Allen nonchalantly mentioned that I could not make a robot cake without some electronics!  My knowledge of circuits, however, ended with grade school science. Needless … Continue reading

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Fettuccine with Asparagus, Peas & Bacon

I love pasta.  I realize this is nothing extraordinary as most people, at least those worth befriending, also love pasta.  It is one of those few dishes that is both delicious and totally justified in every season: spring, summer, fall, … Continue reading

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