Monthly Archives: April 2013

Party Pizzas

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It was one of those days when the fridge contained a little bit of this and a little bit of that, as well as more little bits of this and that which we really needed to use.  Oli decided to … Continue reading

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Home Made Falafel, Pita Bread and Hummus = Instant Mezze

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I grew up in the city.  Even in New England, summers were hot and the beach offered little relief.  The choice was to bake on the sand or become an instant block of ice if you dared to venture into … Continue reading

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Saffron Cake with Apples and Raisins

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Think saffron and the traveler in you might find yourself in Tibet admiring the rich color of Buddhist monks’ prayer robes.  Perhaps your culinary thoughts take flight to savory rice dishes or fish stews graced by saffron’s glorious treasure of color … Continue reading

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The Perfect Rack of Lamb – A Post from My Daughter

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My daughter, Dagrún Ása and her boyfriend, Pétur Örn served this lamb on Easter in Reykjavík.  Since I couldn’t be there for Easter, she emailed pictures of the dinner.  I really loved what they did and asked if I could share the photos here.  So that’s what today’s … Continue reading

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