I rarely use this platform as an advertising venue and, so far, I have never received payment for any of my blog posts in Foodielady.com. It has been my custom to only write about places, products, recipes and experiences that resonate with me as a home cook, consumer or patron. I don’t pretend or aspire to be a food/restaurant…
Category: Fun Food Facts
My dinner at The French Laundry
Although I have been active on my Foodielady Facebook Page, it’s been over 6 months since I don’t post on this platform. Life has been… complicated. However, I have some recipes lined up to publish in the near future, but first, to commemorate the upcoming 20th anniversary of The French Laundry under Chef Thomas…
Clarified Butter
When butter is moderately heated and liquifies, water evaporates and milk solids sink to the bottom. The clear yellow liquid on top is called Clarified Butter. Simply put, it is the butter without the milk solids and water, hence mostly fat. It also tastes and smells really good. One notable characteristic is that Clarified Butter…
Corn and Bacon Chowder
Creating new meals with leftovers is one of my specialties. I simply don’t like to throw away food. Tonight’s leftovers can turn into tomorrow’s delicacy. All you need is a little creativity. According to the U. S. Department of Agriculture, Americans discard nearly 100 billion pounds of food every year. That translates into $600…
Hispanic Heritage Month
Today starts Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15-Oct 15), in which the important contributions of the Hispanics in the United States are recognized. Celebrating this tradition started in 1968 and became a law in 1988. This period of the year was chosen because Mexico, Chile, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, El Salvador and Guatemala, all celebrate their…
El Departamento de la Comida
A couple of weeks ago, my good friend Claudia told me she joined a delivery service for organic/local/ecological/artisanal foods. She sent me the website information and I decided to give it a try. To my surprise, one of the partners of the company is Olga “Bebe” Casellas, a friend from adolescence whom I haven’t seen…
foodielady on bloggers choice awards
Foodielady’s blog in nominated for best food blog at the bloggers choice awards 2010. Whenever you have time, visit www.bloggerschoiceawards.com and cast your vote. I’m in the first five pages of the best food blog category. Thanks for your support!
Earth Day 2010
I don’t know why it feels so good to get your hands dirty with soil and plant herbs in your home. It can be done in apartments or houses and there is no doubt that dishes prepared with fresh herbs are more aromatic, colorful and savory. I have had success stories as well as disasters…
Seasons app
FYI: If you want to contribute in helping the environment by buying local and eating products that are in season like nature intended, check out the iphone app seasons. It tells you when each item is in season with pictures and additional information about the product like which season it is harvested and how many…