Happy Memories + Cravings = Indian Spice Rubbed Chicken Why are we so taken by food? Why do we think about certain dishes and immediately salivate? How is it that the smell of popcorn or sugar cookies instantly flood our minds with memories and out hearts with emotion? … [Read more...]
Gambas al Ajillo from Curate Tapas Bar in Asheville, North Carolina. Some people wonder aimlessly through life, responding to whatever trial or happiness drifts their way. Others look at the world as a giant classroom; finding the lesson in each stage of life, seeking to learn and grow from every … [Read more...]
Asian Beef and Bok Choy Salad The lesson of fish sauce: Things are not always as they seem; the first appearance deceives many. ~Phaedrus As I was preparing dinner this evening, I opened my bottle of fish sauce and was slapped in the face with a pungent reminder that things are not … [Read more...]
Every Asian country has its own version of noodle soup. Actually, EVERY country I can think of has a signature noodle soup! China alone, has hundreds of variations based on regional culture and resources. In China soups are thought to hold healing properties and noodles are a system of longevity. A … [Read more...]
Why I Blog~ As a year comes to its end I always start reflecting on the past 12 months. What decisions did I make that effected myself and those around me for the better? What did I do that was a total bomb? What changes should I make in the next year??? A Spicy Perspective is still in it's … [Read more...]
The Aftermath, and Greek Pasta with Shrimp Tomato and Kalamata Olives. Well friends, Halloween is over. Decorations are coming down. The litter is off the lawn. The grass is rebounding from a hoard of spiked heels tromping through. The recycling bins are overflowing. Excessive makeup and … [Read more...]
REAL Chinese Fusion Food~ As a mom, I look back on all the travel I experienced--apart from my family--before ever graduating from high school, and wonder if I'll be as brave as my parents to entrust my children in the hands of a non-profit organization in some developing nation? Hmmm... No, … [Read more...]
Hold the Cream~ Friends you can rely on are an essential part of having "the good life." If they happen to be able to cook...bonus! Our friends that came to stay with us have gone home, but not without leaving their mark. During their visit I was introduced to Mulligatawny Soup. A south Indian … [Read more...]
We've had friends staying with us for the last 2 1/2 weeks. With belly laughs over old stories, conversations to carry on, places to visit, and kids streaking around in circles...I haven't really felt like blogging much lately. Sorry about that! Thankfully I had a few extra posts stored up for just … [Read more...]
International Signs of Friendship~Yakhni Pulao Often when a friend wants to show you that you are important to them, they give you a signal. In the states that might include a card, a small personal gift, or helping you in some way. In different countries the signs of true friendship … [Read more...]
