J – Most tri tip gets way overcooked … unfortunately. It’s such a tasty cut of meat. Overcooking doesn’t have to be so. I’m not sure what people do to mess it up. Do they just forget about it on the grill? Or, is there some mysterious compulsion to cook … Continue reading →

C – I can’t believe how well the oregano is growing. We didn’t even plant it this year. This was from last year. The oregano has set up camp and is staying. I am fine with it. It has a nice space to grow and it’s growing well. It is … Continue reading →

C – I tried to be a vegetarian in 2008. Sadly, I failed miserably. I was depressed, I couldn’t figure what to eat. I really craved meat. Lately, something has changed. I have been eating meals without meat. What? Really? I still can’t believe it. I think it’s time for … Continue reading →

J – Old habits die hard … sort of. Especially this one. I’ve been religiously buying a certain “authentic” cajun spice blend for as long as I can remember. Put it on just about everything. Whether or not it needed it. When we got all excited about making this dish … Continue reading →

C – I shouldn’t knock something until I try it. The first time I heard about black bean burgers, it sounded disgusting. But, of course, I tried them and loved it. I didn’t expect these black bean burgers to be so flavorful. In the first bite, I was hit with … Continue reading →

C – I need to get filet-o-fish out of my mind. Every time I think of a fish burger, I think filet-o-fish burger. You know the ones that you buy for $1 at that McRestaurant food chain. They’re horrible. The patties are all greasy with mystery fish and lots of … Continue reading →

J – I love this burger. The elements come together deliciously in each rich, flavorful bite. The bacon, blue cheese and burger trio is sublime. Truth-be-told, it’s not “French” … just the ingredients are reminiscent of some French dishes I like. In fact, if you order a burger in Paris, … Continue reading →

C – I imagined something different than what was served. I really tried to like it. But, it kept on getting worse and worse as I ate it. I can’t believe I have to do this. I have to send it back. It wasn’t what I expected at all. There … Continue reading →

C – I am so glad the tuna confit worked out. Now, on to making something with it. This salad was what started the idea to make tuna confit. Jim went to Cafe Rouge and loved it. When we went another time, I wish ordered this, instead of what I … Continue reading →