Firstly I have to say a couple things. Mainly an apology (if these pictures bore you). This is the most photos I’ve posted at one time. But sometimes I simply cannot help myself. I am proud of my beautiful city and it’s long history. Yes, I realize–to my friends “across the pond” who are readingContinue reading “Things I Saw While Riding My Bike Today (a photo essay)”
Monthly Archives: March 2013
A Recipe for Spring (whether it feels like spring or not)
So yes it is officially spring, but no–like much of the country–it does not feel like it. Nonetheless, I’m cooking as if it is. This is a really simple and really delicious recipe for stove-top braised asparagus. It’s really just a variation of any of my aglio e olio recipes…but with a couple more steps.Continue reading “A Recipe for Spring (whether it feels like spring or not)”
Ezekiel French Toast with Pineapple Syrup and Caramelized Mango (recipe and pics)
Sometimes it pays off (for my son) to have a professional cook for a dad. French toast is his favorite breakfast and I make it for him every couple of weeks. I’ve posted many variations of this but this particular one is one of my favorites (to see other versions of this, including more pics,Continue reading “Ezekiel French Toast with Pineapple Syrup and Caramelized Mango (recipe and pics)”
Aerial Ballet…predators looking for food in the city
This is pretty cool (I think)…birds of prey looking for food in the heart of the city. I first posted about these birds last year, when one of them took up residence in a garden where I work. At the time I thought it was a falcon (our city does host does have them…click here,Continue reading “Aerial Ballet…predators looking for food in the city”
Things That Can be Carried on a Bike (#466)…and a very brief comment
On the bike…boxes of food (quiche, dinner rolls, muffins, etc.) on it’s way to a local food pantry. So okay, I generally love the snow, I really do. But (always a but), this is going on a bit too long this year. If you are reading this from the same area of the world inContinue reading “Things That Can be Carried on a Bike (#466)…and a very brief comment”
Spiced Fish and Potato Strata (recipe, photos, and directions)
Yes, this is as delicious as it looks. And again–even though it may seem complicated to make at first glance–it is really quite simple. I used spices that I enjoy, but if you have an aversion to heat simply tone them down or omit them all together…it will still be delicious. Strata takes it’s nameContinue reading “Spiced Fish and Potato Strata (recipe, photos, and directions)”
Things That Can be Carried on a Bike (#465), and the View from My Handlebars
On the bike…a gallon of extra virgin olive oil. The view…a murder of crows overhead. Urban Simplicity.
Anticipation…Waiting for Spring
Urban Simplicity.
Things That Can be Carried on a Bike (#464) and the View from My Handlebars
On the bike…two bottles of red wine, a gym bag containing wet clothes, and nearly $40 in groceries. Urban Simplicity.
Pan-Roast Salmon with Cauliflower, Sweet Potato, Lemon, and Hot Pepper
Okay…so I know I say this all the time. But this is really easy to make (one step, really) and is as delicious as it looks. The recipe below is just a guide, use whatever seasonings or vegetables you like. There are a couple key things to remember though. One is to make sure theContinue reading “Pan-Roast Salmon with Cauliflower, Sweet Potato, Lemon, and Hot Pepper”
More Reasons to Ride a Bike…
Photo found here. As many of you know, I gave up car ownership almost a year ago, but even before that I was extremely car-lite. I simply find that I would much rather get around by other means when possible, mainly biking and walking. With this said, I also consider this part of my exerciseContinue reading “More Reasons to Ride a Bike…”
Just Imagine…
….what a world without hate would be like. I came across this short clip (80 seconds) and watched it a few times…it still makes tears well up in my eyes. It’s was put out by the Anti-Defamation League and is very moving. I hope you watch it. “You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’mContinue reading “Just Imagine…”
Three Views from My Handlebars (early morning, late afternoon, and early evening) on the First Day of Spring
Urban Simplicity.
Pug…up close and personal
Okay. So let me first qualify these photos by saying that I never thought I’d be one of those people…you know the type, the ones that post nothing but cats all over Facebook. But I find that sometimes I can’t help it. I do post pictures of the pugs that own me every once inContinue reading “Pug…up close and personal”
How to Make Edible Parmesan Cheese Baskets in Three Simple Steps with just One Ingredient (the Cheese!)
These are so easy to make. They take just a few minutes and you will add the “wow” factor to a salad. The only ingredient you need is the Parmesan cheese, and only three basic tools are required: a pan (I used non-stick, but steel or cast iron would work as well), a spatula (eitherContinue reading “How to Make Edible Parmesan Cheese Baskets in Three Simple Steps with just One Ingredient (the Cheese!)”
Three Photos of Moss and Ice…
Urban Simplicity
Things That Can be Carried on a Bike (#463), the View from My Handlebars, and a Favorite Recipe
On the bike…A cardboard box containing an empty dough rising bucket, and three freshly baked loaves of Ezekiel Bread. The recipe…Ezekiel Bread (to read my interpretation and philosophy of this bread click here; For pictures and directions of it being made, click here). The view from my handlebars (bottom of post)…On Allen Street here inContinue reading “Things That Can be Carried on a Bike (#463), the View from My Handlebars, and a Favorite Recipe”
The View from My Handlebars…
Mayhem at the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade here in Buffalo. I personally do not have an Irish cell in my body (that I’m aware of) but who could resist a scene like this when it is a mere three city blocks from their house. Urban Simplicity.
Things That Can be Carried on a Bike (#462)
A gym bag full of wet clothes, and about $40 worth of groceries (either the food is getting smaller or my basket is getting bigger because I never used to be able to fit $40 worth of groceries in there…ahh, but of course it is getting more expensive; by the day). Urban Simplicity
Tuna and Chickpea Meat(less) Balls
Is it just me or are foods that are ground, seasoned, and then shaped into balls or patties really delicious. Versatile, too. These are a play on the classic fish meatballs found in Mediterranean countries; in this recipe I substituted half the amount of fish with chickpeas. And I have to say the outcome was/isContinue reading “Tuna and Chickpea Meat(less) Balls”
Urban Simplicty 