Monthly Archives: "December 2012"

Your Gift To Me

December 31, 2012 | 7 Comments

For some reason, this post has proven to be one of the most difficult posts I have ever sat down to write.  I have lost track of the number of drafts that I have copied...

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Carrot, beet, and apple juice in the snow

Vegetable Juice – an Introduction to Juicing

December 27, 2012 | 29 Comments

I have been feeling guilty that it's been so long since I posted a vegan meal.  We have reached the point in our lifestyle that our diet is mostly meatless from Monday to Thursday.  Factor...

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Salmon Wontons with Soy Sauce

Baked Wontons with Salmon Filling

December 24, 2012 | 29 Comments

When I think of the local kosher deli, my mind wonders to the world of black and white photography where I find an elderly couple, so deep in love and wise from their years together,...

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brussels sprout halves

Maple, Balsamic & Lemon Brussels Sprouts

December 19, 2012 | 29 Comments

Although the first written reference of brussels sprouts is found in 16th Century Roman literature, it’s thought that these mini-cabbage-like veggies were first grown in the 13th Century in a country that is now Belgium....

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When Chef Michael Symon featured Farmer's Ground Polenta on "Symon's Suppers" a few weeks back, I knew I had to make polenta from scratch.  In the show, Symon buys the freshly ground corn meal from...

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Sweet Potato Latkes

Indian Spiced Sweet Potato Latkes

December 12, 2012 | 8 Comments

Food is incredibly influential.  At the best of times, cuisine can unite families, communities and even nations, keeping memories and traditions alive for hundreds of years.  At other times, the things we do (or don’t)...

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Garlic Zaatar Popcorn

Garlic, Za’atar and Olive Oil Stovetop Popcorn

December 10, 2012 | 68 Comments

A few weeks ago I spoke with a journalist with the Jewish Telegraphic Agency who was exploring a healthier approach to chanukah.  I have since been quoted in a number of media outlets including The Times of...

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Channukah Cocktails

8 Nights of Hanukkah Cocktails

December 8, 2012 | 7 Comments

Eight nights of Chanukkah, and eight nights of Hanukkah Cocktails, and if your schedule looks anything like ours, there’s plenty of activities for kids and adults alike for the next eight nights. In the spirit...

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