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Cook Au Vin: French Cooking Class

  I’m kinda addicted to Gilt City. I get sucked into buying “deals,” and inevitably, end up scrambling to use them before the expiration date. Take for example, the “French cooking class for two” at Cook Au Vin in Bucktown, which I purchased last fall. Full disclosure, I selected it thinking that it would be a fun […]

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Recipe: Mushroom and Caramelized Onion Tartlets

Last week, my friend Lauren hosted a Fall Foods themed potluck dinner party. It was a fun way to usher in the autumn season, and have a taste of all those comforting fall flavors.  I generally tend to make desserts for parties, but since there were already a lot of dessert dishes planned, I decided […]

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A peck of pickled peppers: a simple procedure for canning

One of the things that struck me the most while traveling abroad this year, was the priority given to wholesome, natural foods. This is something I strive to emulate now that I’m back home. One of the ways I accomplish this is by growing vegetables in my family’s backyard garden. I’ve also discovered that I […]

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Jew’s Ear, and other awkward travel moments

After an adventurous morning at Hang Sung Sot, we arrived at Dao Ti Top, otherwise known as Ti Top Island. This island includes a tiny little beach area, with chairs available for rent at the price of 40,000 Dong ($2USD).  The other option was kayaking for $15, which seemed a little steep, so Jenn and […]

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