Monthly Archives: February 2009
Randy’s Superfine Cheese Straws
When I moved from Alabama back to Southern California in December and listed the Dixie specialities I’d miss, I overlooked a gem: my friend Randy’s Superfine Cheese Straws. He and his partner Phillip were kind enough to give me … Continue reading
Roasted vegetable medley
Hmm, I’m not wild about the word “medley”–sounds like something you’d see performed on the “Lawrence Welk Show”–but it’s better than, say, “melange.” And it describes today’s recipe, which can include a mix of whatever hearty veggies you like. This … Continue reading
Wednesday health roundup
Plums’ antioxidant activity is comparable to that of blueberries, say researchers, and the stone fruit offers shoppers a more affordable alternative to the often expensive berry. Plums are the new blueberry? Lately, blueberries have been the antioxidant superstars, but they’ll … Continue reading
What’s on your iPhone?
I recently made a huge upgrade, going from a crappy $13 prepaid cell phone to an iPhone. That’s the techno-equivalent of upgrading from a donkey to a Ferrari. To say I’m still discovering the iPhone’s many capabilities is an … Continue reading
