Author Archives: Joe

Kim-Chi (sort of)

I have been fascinated with naturally fermented foods for years…not only are they extremely good for you, they basically make themselves…you simply provide the right conditions. While some of these foods may be an acquired taste, once you have them they are like a drug…truly addicting. Anyhow, I’ve been going back-and-forth whether or not IContinue reading “Kim-Chi (sort of)”

>Kim-Chi (sort of)

> I have been fascinated with naturally fermented foods for years…not only are they extremely good for you, they basically make themselves…you simply provide the right conditions. While some of these foods may be an acquired taste, once you have them they are like a drug…truly addicting. Anyhow, I’ve been going back-and-forth whether or notContinue reading “>Kim-Chi (sort of)”

Curried Vegetable and Lamb Ragout (in pictures)

This is a very simple yet hearty and flavorful ragout. The method for a dish like this is about as simple as it gets: Saute or sweat whatever ingredients you have at hand or want to eat–meat, fish, poultry, or just vegetables–then add seasonings, liquid (broth and sometimes wine) and simmer for a while. HavingContinue reading “Curried Vegetable and Lamb Ragout (in pictures)”

>Curried Vegetable and Lamb Ragout (in pictures)

> This is a very simple yet hearty and flavorful ragout. The method for a dish like this is about as simple as it gets: Saute or sweat whatever ingredients you have at hand or want to eat–meat, fish, poultry, or just vegetables–then add seasonings, liquid (broth and sometimes wine) and simmer for a while.Continue reading “>Curried Vegetable and Lamb Ragout (in pictures)”

Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#281)…and a few comments

Things that were carried (and pulled) on this particular ride:  $121.47 in groceries and sundries, an 8lb. bag of dog food, 3L of red wine, and a gym bag full of wet clothes. A few comments:As stated over and over again (and over again) on this blog…I am not car-free, just car-lite, sometimes lighter thanContinue reading “Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#281)…and a few comments”

>Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#281)…and a few comments

> Things that were carried (and pulled) on this particular ride:  $121.47 in groceries and sundries, an 8lb. bag of dog food, 3L of red wine, and a gym bag full of wet clothes. A few comments:As stated over and over again (and over again) on this blog…I am not car-free, just car-lite, sometimes lighterContinue reading “>Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#281)…and a few comments”

Five Quotes from The Dalai Lama

Photo found here.    Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them. There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness. Today, more than ever before, life mustContinue reading “Five Quotes from The Dalai Lama”

>Five Quotes from The Dalai Lama

> Photo found here.    Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them. There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness. Today, more than ever before, lifeContinue reading “>Five Quotes from The Dalai Lama”

Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#277-279)

#277 (upper left)…A plastic bag containing two pounds of raw whole wheat bread dough. #278 (Upper right)…A bottle of red wine, two loaves of freshly baked whole wheat bread, a canvas bag containing a few books, writing implements, and  a Bike Rev trailer hitch. #279 (lower)…A gym bag full of wet clothes and a recentlyContinue reading “Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#277-279)”

>Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#277-279)

> #277 (upper left)…A plastic bag containing two pounds of raw whole wheat bread dough. #278 (Upper right)…A bottle of red wine, two loaves of freshly baked whole wheat bread, a canvas bag containing a few books, writing implements, and  a Bike Rev trailer hitch. #279 (lower)…A gym bag full of wet clothes and aContinue reading “>Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#277-279)”

Employee Meal, 1 March 2011 (BBQ Chicken Thighs)

Espresso BBQ Sauce Yield: 2 cups 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup minced onion 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup espresso 1-1/2 cups ketchup Heat the oil in a small heavy sauceContinue reading “Employee Meal, 1 March 2011 (BBQ Chicken Thighs)”