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Slightly Peckish:  Pâtisserie Deux Amis (LDN)
October 23, 2012
Hello all, it's been a while, hasn't it? It's been a hectic year and my...
The Forest Feast: Mushroom Quinoa Risotto
October 22, 2012
Forager, alert! Mushrooms are everywhere right now. I was in Santa Cruz recently and met...
The PDT Project: Betsy Ross
October 19, 2012
If you grew up in America, then chances are you're familiar with the story of...
Umamiventure #33: Hive Tour with East Bay Urban Bees
October 18, 2012
Did you know that a bee's lifespan is based on the distance it has flown?...
Just For You: The Best Hangtown Fry in San Francisco
October 17, 2012
In the spirit of getting back into writing and sharing my thoughts more often on...
MOTOism: Let's Fillet a Fluke
October 16, 2012
Fish is still something a lot of people are scared of in the States. Heads, guts,...
Sip + Shop: Atelier Dion Teacup Launch + Bicycle Coffee
October 15, 2012
Our great friends and talented ceramicists Rie and Jay of Atelier Dion have designed cups...
Forest Feast: Butternut Apple Tart
October 15, 2012
I know fall is here when my CSA starts to brim with apples and squash....
The PDT Project: Berlioni
October 12, 2012
When creating cocktails, bartenders draw inspiration from a wide array of sources. The most common...
Japanify: Matsutake Farro
October 11, 2012
The other day, Washi and I went to Uniqlo thinking we could just casually stroll...
The Ramen Shaman: Silverlake Ramen (LA)
October 10, 2012
It's been just over a year since I started my ramen blog. At least six...
MOTOism: Izakaya MOTO
October 9, 2012
Izakaya MOTO is an invite-only, very exclusive izakaya, located in the heart of Financial District...