This isn’t the first time I’ve blogged about meatloaf. It is on track to edge out fried chicken as my favorite comfort food. I know…this is shocking, because I also really love fried chicken. But fried chicken is such a process to make at home. Hot oil is involved, and I really have to have [...]
Monkey See, Monkey Do
I have always been easily influenced by cooking and food-related shows. This started when I was in graduate school and my flexible schedule allowed me to watch Food Network when I should have been working on my master’s thesis. I’d see a recipe prepared on air and immediately decide to amend that night’s dinner plan, [...]
Beth + Tyler: Take Two
This weekend I returned to Wayfare Tavern for a wonderful dinner with Corey, our friend Chava and my sister-in-law, Michelle. Unlike my previous visit, I didn’t share an intimate moment with Tyler Florence – but the food was almost as delicious as the chef himself, and that’s really what matters, right? Our dining companions are [...]
Finding My Happy Place
Remember when I was relaxed? That feeling lasted for approximately 12 hours after my last blog post. We continued to enjoy ourselves… (Yes, this is how you entertain yourselves when you’ve been married for 10+ years. Am I the only former wannabe-cheerleader marveling at Corey’s toe touch?!) But on the final day of our vacation, [...]
Cheese: It’s What’s for Dinner
Everyone knows that pregnant ladies have cravings. Most assume those cravings are for strange combinations (i.e. pickles and ice cream), but honestly, it’s not been that way for me. My cravings arise when someone talks about a specific food, or I see a specific food in a TV commercial or Food Network show, and then [...]


