>Some readers of this blog may already know that I cook professionally; I’m the chef of a private women’s club. Normally, I don’t present photos or recipes from my work life on this blog because this is about my (sometimes inept) attempts of simplicity in my personal life; but like many people, my work andContinue reading “>Friday Night Fish Fry”
Author Archives: Joe
Evening Ride on the Mundo Yuba
I was surprised this evening at how warm it was…something like 40F (this is very warm for Buffalo in February). I had a few small shopping errands to run, all of which were well within biking range (I’m still trying to determine what “biking range” is…I suppose it depends on weather conditions in this region,Continue reading “Evening Ride on the Mundo Yuba”
>Evening Ride on the Mundo Yuba
>I was surprised this evening at how warm it was…something like 40F (this is very warm for Buffalo in February). I had a few small shopping errands to run, all of which were well within biking range (I’m still trying to determine what “biking range” is…I suppose it depends on weather conditions in this region,Continue reading “>Evening Ride on the Mundo Yuba”
Lent
I came across this quote recently and thought I’d share it. It’s by Bernard Dupaigne, Professor at the Museum of Natural History in Paris (Muséum national d’Histoire naturelle), and author of The History of Bread; the quote is from his book. “Bread is an object of unparalleled worship and decorum. It embodies the full cycleContinue reading “Lent”
>Lent
> I came across this quote recently and thought I’d share it. It’s by Bernard Dupaigne, Professor at the Museum of Natural History in Paris (Muséum national d’Histoire naturelle), and author of The History of Bread; the quote is from his book. “Bread is an object of unparalleled worship and decorum. It embodies the fullContinue reading “>Lent”
Errands on the Mundo Yuba (and what I saw on the ride)
I had the day off today and had a bunch of errands to run. The temperature was hovering around 32F, and the sun was out (at least for the first portion of the day). I probably covered about 20 miles (I’m guessing, as I do not have an odometer), taking into consideration the convoluted andContinue reading “Errands on the Mundo Yuba (and what I saw on the ride)”
>Errands on the Mundo Yuba (and what I saw on the ride)
>I had the day off today and had a bunch of errands to run. The temperature was hovering around 32F, and the sun was out (at least for the first portion of the day). I probably covered about 20 miles (I’m guessing, as I do not have an odometer), taking into consideration the convoluted andContinue reading “>Errands on the Mundo Yuba (and what I saw on the ride)”
Tuesday’s Food
Mardi Gras, Shrove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Pancake Day, Carnival…whatever you call it, it’s this coming Tuesday. It of course refers to the day before Lent. During this time Christians are expected to use up whatever rich or fattening foods are in the house (the words “food” and “house,” I think, can be used literally orContinue reading “Tuesday’s Food”
>Tuesday’s Food
>Mardi Gras, Shrove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Pancake Day, Carnival…whatever you call it, it’s this coming Tuesday. It of course refers to the day before Lent. During this time Christians are expected to use up whatever rich or fattening foods are in the house (the words “food” and “house,” I think, can be used literally orContinue reading “>Tuesday’s Food”
Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)
As is often the case, I don’t plan ahead for dinner. What’s odd is that I cook for a living…I plan meals ahead of time all day long…plan, co-ordinate, and time. Maybe that’s why at home part of my brain shuts off…done planning, I just want to cook and sip wine while I listen toContinue reading “Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)”
>Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)
>As is often the case, I don’t plan ahead for dinner. What’s odd is that I cook for a living…I plan meals ahead of time all day long…plan, co-ordinate, and time. Maybe that’s why at home part of my brain shuts off…done planning, I just want to cook and sip wine while I listen toContinue reading “>Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)”
Chinese Trikes
I’ve been fascinated with hauling stuff by bike my entire life, and I’m always amazed (and inspired) to see what can be–and is–hauled by bike (or trike). My cousin, Joe, sent me a link to the Tinguely Museum, in Basil, Switzerland. They currently have an exhibit on the (vanishing) Chinese trike. Here’s a couple photosContinue reading “Chinese Trikes”
>Chinese Trikes
>I’ve been fascinated with hauling stuff by bike my entire life, and I’m always amazed (and inspired) to see what can be–and is–hauled by bike (or trike). My cousin, Joe, sent me a link to the Tinguely Museum, in Basil, Switzerland. They currently have an exhibit on the (vanishing) Chinese trike. Here’s a couple photosContinue reading “>Chinese Trikes”
Alan Scott 1936 – 2009
(Photo credit : Art Rogers, the New York Times) I learned today of the death of Alan Scott, co-author of the seminal book, The Bread Builders. He was also owner of the company, Ovencrafters, which specialized in hand-built brick ovens. His book undoubtedly touched millions of professional and novice bakers, including the one typing theseContinue reading “Alan Scott 1936 – 2009”
>Alan Scott 1936 – 2009
> (Photo credit : Art Rogers, the New York Times) I learned today of the death of Alan Scott, co-author of the seminal book, The Bread Builders. He was also owner of the company, Ovencrafters, which specialized in hand-built brick ovens. His book undoubtedly touched millions of professional and novice bakers, including the one typingContinue reading “>Alan Scott 1936 – 2009”
Bike Racks
I was in Toronto this past weekend, and as usual was impressed with the city for many reasons: its multiculturalism, it’s friendliness, it’s vibrancy and cleanliness, but mostly it’s robust bike culture. Toronto is a mere 100 miles from Buffalo and the climate is pretty much the same…snowy and bitterly cold much of the winter.Continue reading “Bike Racks”
>Bike Racks
>I was in Toronto this past weekend, and as usual was impressed with the city for many reasons: its multiculturalism, it’s friendliness, it’s vibrancy and cleanliness, but mostly it’s robust bike culture. Toronto is a mere 100 miles from Buffalo and the climate is pretty much the same…snowy and bitterly cold much of the winter.Continue reading “>Bike Racks”
Easy (and Delicious) Homemade Carnitas
Carnitas are a type of slow cooked meat, which is usually made with pork but can also be made with beef. It can be cooked either by roasting it slowly and pulling the meat (like you would with a BBQ), or by simmering it and shredding the meat as the liquid evaporates. I chose theContinue reading “Easy (and Delicious) Homemade Carnitas”
>Easy (and Delicious) Homemade Carnitas
>Carnitas are a type of slow cooked meat, which is usually made with pork but can also be made with beef. It can be cooked either by roasting it slowly and pulling the meat (like you would with a BBQ), or by simmering it and shredding the meat as the liquid evaporates. I chose theContinue reading “>Easy (and Delicious) Homemade Carnitas”
More Winter Notes
I know I keep harping on it, but this has been one cold and snowy winter. Sometimes it gets me down (maybe it’s the lack of direct sunlight), but other times I find it truly beautiful…today was one of those times. The snow looked so white and pristine, even in an urban setting. Here’s aContinue reading “More Winter Notes”
Urban Simplicty 