Tag Archives: Balsamic vinegar

Grilled Radicchio with Toasted Walnuts and Blue Cheese

Posted on August 20, 2012 by

After Melanie came back from the Peace Corps, she found herself at Lombricci Farms (now Dunbar Gardens) in the Skagit Valley. And that was where she first tasted this recipe. It was also the first time she’d ever heard of … Continue reading →

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Grilled Kale, Sliced Plums and a Balsamic Vinaigrette over Ricotta

Posted on July 18, 2012 by

Summertime is the time for putting things on the grill. Got kale? Grill it! You’ll be pleasantly surprised by the rich, smoky, tart and tangy, sweetly complex flavors of this summertime salad. It was so good we ate the entire … Continue reading →

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A Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner at Home

Posted on February 7, 2012 by

The most romantic dinners are often the ones you have at the table in your kitchen, with the lights down low, a few tea candles out, Stephane Grapelli on the stereo, and your love. A simple steak (or portobello mushroom) … Continue reading →

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Red Chard Pasta with Egg and Balsamic Vinegar

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

Stuck at home on a snowy day? Here’s a fast and healthy dinner to make with things you already have in the cupboard and garden (Amazingly, our chard is still alive!) The egg – cooked pad siew style – gives … Continue reading →

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Late Fall Heirloom Tomato and Dry Fly Vodka Cocktail

Posted on October 12, 2011 by

If you like gazpacho with vodka, this is your drink. And that’s a good thing. This recipe is an iteration on a New York Times recipe, and courtesy of the very inspired Kelly Sutter. Kelly, if you want adults to … Continue reading →

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