On my trip to Turkey, I ate the best tomatoes stuffed with rice reminiscent of my Nona’s. The old people like my Nona had the patience to leave things in the oven just an extra few minutes … [Read more...] about Rice Stuffed Tomatoes, Tomates Yenas
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Lamb Kufte and Stuffed Tomatoes
Grilled Lamb Kufte with Herbs I have been home almost a week and one half now. My jet lag has waned but my memories of my wonderful trip to Istanbul … [Read more...] about Lamb Kufte and Stuffed Tomatoes
Walking Through Izmir
Saturday April 17 Day Four Izmir Old Synagogue Our cousin Haim cousin, another Haim picked us up at the Swiss Hotel Lobby. A nervous man, a doctor, with a low thyroid, Haim walked with us to the old part of the city to a synagogue … [Read more...] about Walking Through Izmir
Grilled Chicken Thighs with Sumac And Blood Orange Garnish
We have all been trained by the American diet gurus to eat only skinless boneless chicken breasts. Sometimes they can be juicy and delicious but many times breasts are just dry or overly chewy. Luckily, I live close to the fabulous shopping street of Pico Boulevard in Los … [Read more...] about Grilled Chicken Thighs with Sumac And Blood Orange Garnish
Beet Greens and Cheese Quajado
During Passover and through out the year, I often purchase beets to make various salads or roast. The beautiful fresh greens attached present a dilemma. … [Read more...] about Beet Greens and Cheese Quajado
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