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So you took the plunge and bought a jar of kimchi. It has paired nicely as a side dish beside rice and delicious Korean barbecue, but now that the honeymoon period is over, you're looking for what's next. While the pungent fermented cabbage will last several weeks tightly sealed in the fridge, it will eventually expire, and boy, you don't want to be around when it does! If you're in a pickle Read more
Irish breakfasts are lighting up Chicago plates. — Chicago Sun-Times You know you want to: learn how to roast a whole pig. — Wall Street Journal Use those apple pie spices on savory chicken dishes, too. — Washington Post In Seoul, a cabbage shortage means skyrocketing kimchi costs. — New York Times Must make: creamy yet healthy avocado dip. — Boston Globe Need a nearby farmers market? Read more
Have you been crashed by the sudden wave of two-tone frocks yet? If not, get your two-tone on now. Unlike most dresses, these give the illusion of separates. While an onlooker may think you spent a lot of time pairing a skirt and a top, really you only took a few seconds to slip on your genius two-tone frock. They're effortless, flattering, and fun. And they come in all sorts of color Read more
Oh Clarissa, how I've missed you. With a wardrobe of overalls, Converse, chokers, polka-dots, and totes, your style was slightly grungy but girlie. I envied it all. Besides her wardrobe, I especially loved it when Sam would climb into her room through her window. It made me wish my best friend lived next door, too. Shop Read more
Far from her over-the-top Confessions of a Shopaholic wardrobe, Isla Fisher looked laid-back while having lunch with Courteney Cox Arquette yesterday. On top she went feminine in a Kimchi floral ruffle tank and a purple cardigan with rolled-up sleeves. The ripped J Brand jeans lend rocker edge to her otherwise sweet look, while her Celine sunnies add flavor. Dressing the look up are a tan ostrich Read more
Believe it or not, today is Cook Something Bold and Pungent Day. There are many wonderful things out there that are both bold and pungent (mmm... garlic) and I suggest that you pick your favorite bold ingredients and get cooking! I'm not sure why or how this holiday came about, but to celebrate, let's take a quiz on bold and/or pungent foods. You ready? Source Take the Quiz Read more
Kimchi A traditional Korean dish made of fermented, seasoned vegetables — such as cabbage and radishes — that are pickled and stored tightly in pots or jars. It is spicy-hot and is served as a condiment with almost every Korean meal. Also written as kimchee. Source Read more
Kimchi is one of those foods that either makes people drool or recoil in horror. A staple of the Korean diet, the spicy, fermented cabbage is as pungent and vibrant as it is strong in flavor. A quiet, unassuming food it is not. To make this Asian basic, fresh Winter napa cabbage is salted until it wilts, then coated with a fiery concoction of dried hot pepper paste and powder, garlic, and briny Read more
If you're not familiar with the Portlandia skit "Put a Bird on It!", it's time to get watching — and I'll say "you're welcome!" in advance. While you may not be branding bird silhouettes onto pieces of toast, I've found my own foodie spin on how to put a bird on it this Spring. In honor of National Egg Month, here are five everyday dishes that are taken to the next level with the addition of Read more
The history of tequila. — Salon Speaking of tequila, is the margarita ready to reclaim its cool status? — Grub Street NY Five things you don't know about Daniel Boulud, Dan Barber, and Wolfgang Puck. — The Feast Dunkin' Donuts is going public. — Huffington Post Food Must make: roasted jalapeño tomato salsa baked goat cheese. — Chaos in the Kitchen If you love tea, here's an app for Read more
