Leftover Turkey and Seafood Paella

 I hope everyone had a spectacular Turkey day. I was too busy eating so I unfortunately don't have any photos of the spread. *sadface*...

Braised Lamb Shanks and Saffron Pearl Couscous with Cranberries and Almonds

I always feel like I’m committing a culinary faux pas braising in the middle of June. I try my best to keep things seasonal but it just doesn’t...

Basil Fried Rice

Basil fried rice and pan fried salted mackerelI made a lot of fried rice during the school year. That and ramen (I'm very particular about my...

LA Trip and Bibimbap

Steven and I went on a short, laid back trip down to LA two weekends ago where we didn't do much but eat, our kind of vacation. It's ridiculous...

Pan-Seared Scallops and Leek Risotto (and Blackberry Vinaigrette)

jump to the new blog for more risottoLeek and Bacon Risotto*note: omit the bacon for a vegetarian version2 slices regular thickness bacon or...

Osso Buco with Risotto Milanese

jump to the new blog for more risottoOsso BucoAdapted from Marcella Hazan (Below is the full recipe with minor changes, I scaled the recipe...