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Jasmonic Acid Treatment Cuts Down Pesticide Use
in The Biotech Weblog, on June 9, 2009
© jilly40uk US agricultural company Becker Underwood, in collaboration with Plant Bioscience Limited, now holds worldwide exclusive licence on the use of jasmonic acid as a natural seed treatment to help cut down on pesticide use on some commercially-important agricultural crops.
Researchers a...
Spicy Creole Gumbo with Shrimp and Brown Rice Fights Heart Disease and Diabetes
in Daily Diabetic, on May 27, 2009
We already know that heart disease is strongly linked to diabetes. If there is one recipe that will fight both conditions, will you embrace it?
Luckily there is a recipe that fights both diabetes and heart disease. We can always trust ChefMD to come up with such a recipe. Here it is, from C...
Asparagus and Smoked Salmon Love Affair
in Do you like to cook?, on April 9, 2009
Spring is here and... it's asparagus season!
Tired of the classic Hollandaise sauce? Try these salmon-wrapped asparagus— perfect as appetizers!
Asparagus and smoked salmon love affair (serves 4)
1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed (equals about 20 spears)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tab...
Heart-Healthy Recipe: Mussels in White Wine and Garlic
in Daily Diabetic, on March 6, 2009
Since heart disease is strongly linked to diabetes, I thought a heart-healthy recipe would be beneficial.
I got the following recipe at ChefMD .
Mussels in White Wine and Garlic
Ingredients:
2 lbs. fresh live mussels
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine, s...
Lenten Recipe: Shrimp and Olive Pasta
in Do you like to cook?, on February 27, 2009
For those who observe the Lenten season, try the
Shrimp and Olive Pasta with Wisconsin Parmesan Cheese , featuring fresh asparagus (usher in springtime!), olives and shrimp in a white wine sauce, tossed with rotini pasta and grated Parmesan cheese, courtesy of the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Boa...
How Capsaicin Interacts with Pain Receptors
in The Biotech Weblog, on February 27, 2009
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 7560169 New research published in PLoS Biology further expounds on capsaicin's role in chronic pain relief . According to a related report :
"The receptor acts like a gate to the neurons. When stimulated it opens, letting outside calcium enter...
Quick Mushroom and Spinach Lasagne
in Do you like to cook?, on February 17, 2009
This recipe I lifted from the book 15-minute Feasts . I haven't tried this in my kitchen yet but I guess you can do it already.
QUICK MUSHROOM AND SPINACH LASAGNE
12 fresh lasagne sheets
3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
500 g mixed mushrooms (shiitake, oyster and chestnut) sliced
200 ...
An Olympic Sham
in Eagle Par Birdie, on February 8, 2009
I received an email today from the folks at Mastro Communications in New Jersey.
They represent one of the companies that's underwriting a website where golfers can "vote" to have golf added to the roster of sports in the 2016 Olympic Games.
This June, the International Gol...
Venice for Valentine's Day?
in Wandalust, on February 8, 2009
Valentine's Day in Venice: you could have a romantic dinner on an old-age island. It's a truly memorable way to celebrate your very special evening....
The exclusive menu of San Clemente Palace Hotel can help. The Staff of "Le Maschere" Restaurant, at San Clemente Palace Hotel...
My Authentic Chinese Pork Dumplings
in Do you like to cook?, on January 23, 2009
Ten years ago I met a Chinese lady in the research institute where I used to work. She was there to do her PhD thesis while I was there working as a research assistant. We became friends and she taught me how to make pork dumplings the way it is made in Chinese homes.
I haven't made these i...
Cox defends his legacy
in Sox First, on December 25, 2008
Securities and Exchange Commission chairman Christopher Cox has defended his regime in a way that would just leave the public gob-smacked. The culture of slack oversight allowed US financial institutions and rogues like Bernard Madoff to plunge the United States into recession but Cox says the ...
Sergeant Pepper
in Feschsamma, on December 11, 2008
Also liebe Fashionvictims, für das Frühjahr braucht ihr unbedingt ein General -Jacket im Sergeant Pepper-Stil. Dieses Jacket ist einfach ein Traum, doch ich habe keine Ahnung wo es das jetzt schon gibt (außer auf dem Flohmarkt). Diese Jacken sind der absolute Trend bei vielen Designern in de...
New Pepper Cultivars Developed for the American Market
in The Biotech Weblog, on October 31, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Elena Schweitzer Agricultural researchers have developed several new pepper cultivars that were more well adapted to climatic conditions and plant diseases of the Southwest and to U.S. consumer preferences. To date they have new cultivars of jalapeno, serran...
Christmas Shopping in Singapore? Orchard Road...
in Wandalust, on October 28, 2008
Singapore is one of Asia's leading shopping destinations. And shopping in Singapore means Orchard Road!
Sure, you can spend your money in other places in Singapore. But if you're looking for a combination of quality and variety in an environment where you can choose your price range and ind...
Weekend Herb Blogging - Belgian Endive
in Do you like to cook?, on October 18, 2008
If you've never tasted Belgian endive , you're in for a treat!
It has a unique, earthy, invigorating flavor and crisp texture that lends itself perfectly to salads. Especially hearty, composed salads that include apples for a hit of sweetness, Roquefort or blue cheese for a nice, creamy t...
Four Ways With Squash
in Do you like to cook?, on October 16, 2008
I was drawn to this Butternut Squash Curry I found online the other day on Champaign Taste and decided that this month's Four Ways With... post should showcase one of my favorite autumn vegetables: squash!
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 7111001
Colombo de Giraumon ( Pump...
Weekend Herb Blogging - Lemon Thyme
in Do you like to cook?, on September 30, 2008
When you rub your hands over little branches of lemon thyme , a refreshing lemony, lemongrassy, and earthy thyme fragrance floats into the air.
This was one of the most successful herbs I planted in our garden and we enjoyed its flavor in various savory dishes over the summer. Now its light pe...
Eat at Chili's Today!
in The Parenting Weblog, on September 29, 2008
Chili's Grill & Bar® to Donate 100 Percent of All Profits on Monday, Sept. 29 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as Part of Annual Create-A-Pepper to Fight Childhood Cancer Campaign
Memphis, Tenn. - September 24, 2008 - Chili's Grill & Bar announced today it wi...
Warning on Caffeinated Energy Drinks
in Straightfromthedoc, on September 25, 2008
© revjim5000
Energy drinks are caffeinated, we should know this fact by now. Energy drinks also pose as sports drinks - i will say it again - are caffeinated - much more caffeine there is in soda drinks.
According to caffeine experts at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore , caffeinated energy drinks ...
Zucchini, Ham and Brie Risotto Gratin
in Do you like to cook?, on September 24, 2008
A chill is in the air. The late September light is diffused and soft. The sun sets earlier and earlier, and we've almost stopped drinking rosé .
There's still a generous pile of zucchini in our fridge from the abundant CSA baskets we enjoyed all summer, but we're not craving refresh...
Hummus
in Do you like to cook?, on September 15, 2008
Along with the big batch of baba ganoush that I whipped up the other day, I made its culinary cousin.
Hummous.
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 6613221
I'm a bit of a hummus purist. I don't like to add all that roasted garlic/roasted red pepper/cracked olive mumbo jumbo to it...
Insalata Caprese
in Do you like to cook?, on September 6, 2008
So simple it's silly.
Yet it's such a beautiful blend of flavors - juicy, real, soft, tangy summer flavors.
You can't make Insalata Caprese with anything but super ripe, straight off the vine tomatoes, pillowy soft water-packed mozzarella and fresh, earthy basil leaves.
It is the...
First Weekend In September
in Do you like to cook?, on September 3, 2008
Some food and wine event highlights this weekend:
Looking for a little spice in your life? Why not check out the largest chile pepper festival in America, the 13th Annual Chile Pepper Food Festival in Bowers, Pennsylvania.
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Maaike Boot Get down and juicy at th...
A Late Summer Tradition - Eggplant Parmesan
in Do you like to cook?, on September 3, 2008
Late summer brings a special tradition to our home.
Eggplant Parmesan
The eggplants are perfect now. Ripe and heavy and just begging to be made into this amazing tomato and cheese laced dish.
Given as gifts from our neighbors or part of our CSA basket , they are so fresh that there is no nee...
Gumbo Weather
in Do you like to cook?, on August 31, 2008
There's a term that people in New Orleans use when the temperature dips down and the cold winds start to blow - Gumbo Weather .
There aren't any cold winds from the north blowing today in New Orleans and the heat and humidity of August is not what you would call Gumbo Weather , but as ...
New & Notable: By Kilian Prelude to Love Invitation
in Are you a beauty?, on August 25, 2008
Perfumer Kilian Hennessey is indeed from *that* Hennessey family but instead of sitting on his handsome laurels, he's founded By Kilian , an ultra-luxe niche perfume house.
Launching this September is the seventh fragrance from By Kilian, Prelude to Love Invitation . Created by perfumer...
Bedding too
in The Parenting Weblog, on August 20, 2008
jcpenney 's Pepper Pink Twin Quilt
I just got my daughter new quilts for her bunkbeds as a surprise. I was looking at the girl ones and I realized she's not a young girl anymore. The girlie stuff was cute but seemed like it didn't have enough flair for her.
She's a tweener no...
Paella Valenciana
in Do you like to cook?, on August 17, 2008
There was a time when I made paella about as often as I made lasagna, almost once a month. Living in Seattle meant I had easy access to wonderful seafood, so I was able to throw together a Paella Valenciana like I now throw together risotto .
One day while shopping at the Pike Place Market I stu...
The Omnivore's Hundred
in Do you like to cook?, on August 14, 2008
I ran across this list last night and thought it would be fun. Please join in!
The Very Good Taste Omnivore's Hundred: Below is a list of 100 things that I think every good omnivore should have tried at least once in their life. The list includes fine food, strange food, everyday food and eve...
Best Buy Vending Machines Join Cinnabon at the Airport
in The Gadgets Weblog, on August 12, 2008
© ob1left
Here's a joke for you... what is the difference between a Best Buy Blue Shirt and a vending machine ? Not much, or at least that is the message Best Buy Corporate Headquarters is "vending" with their new concept in sales and service.
Best Buy is introducing &quo...
WHB - Parsley and Baba Ganoush
in Do you like to cook?, on August 9, 2008
Humble parsley. So often taken for granted and often considered merely window ( or plate ) dressing. What a shame.
Have you ever really tasted flat leaf, Italian parsley?
I mean, have you ever put a little bundle of parsley leaves in your mouth and chewed them around and savored their fresh, ear...
Four Ways With Peaches
in Do you like to cook?, on August 6, 2008
It's peach season!
These sweet, juicy stone fruits are low in calories and a good source of potassium and vitamins A & C. Their season is short, only a few months, so they must be enjoyed in abundance!
There are so many delicious ways to savor peaches. Here are four of my favorite's.
...
Piment d'Espelette and Pipérade
in Do you like to cook?, on August 2, 2008
The Piment d'Espelette is a deep red colored, flavor-packed pepper that grows in a small area surrounding 10 villages in the Basque region of southwest France.
Piment d'Espelette has a sultry, smoky flavor and mild heat, so it is often used in place of black pepper in regional dish...
Beating the Heat With No Cook Recipes
in Do you like to cook?, on July 24, 2008
It's hot.
Too hot to turn on the oven.
Fortunately there are countless recipes that require neither an oven nor a stove top. Here are some of my favorite recipes to keep the kitchen cool and to beat the heat.
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 6030070
Pink Lemonade with Ginger fro...
Roquefort and Tomato Tart
in Do you like to cook?, on July 20, 2008
I love cheese. Cheese that is soft and mild. Cheese that is sharp and tangy. Cheese that stinks to high heaven and conjures up images of barnyards.
Roquefort doesn't fall into the category of cheese that I love, however. I just don't like its ( what I find ) salty, bitter flavor. Which is...
Vegetarian Stuffed Red Peppers
in Do you like to cook?, on July 14, 2008
You would think that after spending five years as a vegetarian I would have a better collection of vegetarian recipes.
Alas, I do not.
So when I find one that I really like, I'm delighted!
This summery dish is a melange of colorful, roasted vegetables that are mixed with thyme , gar...
Four Ways With Eggplant
in Do you like to cook?, on July 13, 2008
This deep purple, glossy beauty of the vegetable world ( actually eggplant is a fruit - a giant berry! ) is coming into season in many markets. This is a wonderful, versatile and chameleon-like vegetable that is featured in cuisines around the world.
These are four of my favorite ways with eggplant...
Poussin with Pernod for Bastille Day
in Celebrate Wine, on July 12, 2008
Monday, July 14, is Bastille Day, the French national holiday that commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in Paris, an act that led to the French Revolution and the end of the monarchy in France. In honor of the occasion, the people that make Pernod, the tasty French anise-flavored liq...
WHB - Warm Lemony Potato and Arugula Salad
in Do you like to cook?, on July 11, 2008
During the winter we ate a lot of soup and I was constantly sharing Piping hot, comforting soup recipes to enjoy on blustery days.
Now that the weather has switched to being sunny and hot, salads are where it's at!
This Potato Salad with Arugula requires a bit of oven time to...
A Perfect Picnic Salad
in Do you like to cook?, on July 7, 2008
This herby, garlicky Chickpea Salad is a delicious and simple dish to make for summer picnics. It's also fantastic alongside grilled chicken or fish.
The amount of garlic looks like a lot, but it compliments the fresh herbs and the earthy flavor of the chickpeas perfectly.
I like to make it ...
WHB - Zucchini Frittata
in Do you like to cook?, on June 28, 2008
Our second organic CSA Basket arrived two days early this week. Can you guess what was inside?
Yes, you guessed it, more zucchini! Three different varieties this time - pale green, dark green and a beautiful variety with yellow and dark green stripes.
I'm finding that this is an very versatil...
WHB - Grated Zucchini Salad
in Do you like to cook?, on June 21, 2008
Zucchini, zucchini and more zucchini.
We're enjoying it in abundance this week after the delivery of our first very green and zucchini laden CSA basket .
This zesty, shredded zucchini salad is an exhilarating starter on a hot summer's day.
It is my submission to this week's We...
Goat's Cheese Marinated in Lavender
in Do you like to cook?, on June 19, 2008
The lavender is in bloom!
Which means that it is time to cut some stalks and take advantage of their aromatic little flowers and leaves in my cooking.
I wrote last summer about Lavender Sorbet and gave a recipe for Lavender Tea Cake earlier this spring. My newest recipe using lavender is ...
Cooking with Wine: Wild King Salmon with Macerated Cherries
in Celebrate Wine, on June 10, 2008
Seattle-based author, Braiden Rex-Johnson shares her love of food and wine from the Pacific Northwest in her book " Pacific Northwest Wining & Dining ." The book celebrates the combination of Native American, Asian, Latino, and contemporary elements that make up Pacific Northwest c...
Two Delicious Grilled Fish Recipes
in Do you like to cook?, on June 9, 2008
Lately I've been experimenting with spice rubs and simple marinades for grilled or broiled fish.
I'm all about keeping things quick and easy. Here are a couple of my latest fresh and aromatic ways to dress up fish fillets.
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Jack Puccio
Lemon and Thyme Gr...
WHB - Watercress and Sausage Frittata
in Do you like to cook?, on June 8, 2008
Fresh and peppery watercress ! I love it!
But I don't come across it very often. Strangely, it isn't often available in our little southern corner of France.
When I found some at the store the other day, this fabulous recipe, which I used to make about 10 years ago ( which seems like a...
Four Ways With Cantaloupe
in Do you like to cook?, on June 3, 2008
Sweet, luscious cantaloupe comes into season in June. Their delicate, perfumed flesh is a wonderful treat and can be enjoyed in both sweet or savory dishes.
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Vera Gummesson
Cantaloupes are packed with both Vitamin C and Vitamin A and are very low in calories. Here...
Natural Methods of Relieving Seasonal Allergies
in Allergies, on May 27, 2008
© birgit Amri
Summertime has begun and the peak of seasonal allergies is approaching. If you'd like to explore alternative treatment for your hay fever, here are some natural allergy treatment options you might want to look into:
1. Butterbur extract - found to be as effective as some...
WHB - Swiss Chard, Smoked Sausage and Potato Soup
in Do you like to cook?, on May 24, 2008
There's a mini war going on in our garden. It's the Snails vs. Us.
Who can eat the most Swiss Chard first, before the Chard season is over?
I broke off a dozen leaves Thursday then patiently removed about three dozen little white snails and a few earwigs before bringing them inside t...
Four Ways With Rhubarb
in Do you like to cook?, on May 21, 2008
Rhubarb adds a zippy flavor to recipes that is unlike any other.
When combined with strawberries, cherries, apples, and other fruits, the flavor only gets better. On the savory side, rhubarb makes a wonderful, tangy chutney or a delicious sauce for chicken, pork, game meat and salmon.
Here are fou...
WHB- Cilantro and Cucumber Raita
in Do you like to cook?, on April 27, 2008
No, I am not repeating myself.
Yes, I have already written a post and shared a recipe with cilantro for Weekend Herb Blogging. However, since it is one of my favorite herbs, I didn't think that you would mind if I took the liberty of adding another entry featuring this fresh and aromatic herb....
Feta Cheese
in Do you like to cook?, on April 24, 2008
You would think that with all of the cheese I eat , I couldn't possibly crave any more, but lately I've become obsessed with feta cheese .
© avlxyz
Feta is a well known, tart and creamy, brined curd cheese from Greece. Originally it was made with unpasteurized goat's or sheep'...
Meine Lieblingsmusik der letzten 18 Jahre [Blog-Stöckchen]
in Digital Listening, on April 19, 2008
© Michael448
Das folgende hat der Jürgen gefunden beim Thomas und der hat es vom Musicampus .
Und ich? Ich hab's mir natürlich geklaut!
Geht um die Top 5 Musik der letzten 18 Jahre. "The good 'ol classics" also.
Future Sound of London - Cascade...
WHB - Scallion Pancakes
in Do you like to cook?, on April 18, 2008
It's that time of week again. The moment where I realize that it's Friday already and I haven't done a thing about Weekend Herb Blogging.
A quick glance at Kalyn's Kitchen , WHB's creator's site, reveals that this week's host is Susan at The Well Seasoned Cook . Susan...
Spring Pea Soup
in Do you like to cook?, on April 14, 2008
As a serious soup devotee, I like to create blends that use fresh, seasonal produce in a simple way, to let the true flavors really shine.
This lively, bright green pea soup is like the flavor and color of spring in a bowl.
© Lee Jordan
Spring Pea Soup
serves 4
2 tablespoons butter
2 m...
The Many Faces of Chocolate
in Latina Viva, on April 7, 2008
Few are the women that flat out reject chocolate. I personally love the stuff. It's supposed to be good for lowering your blood pressure and serves as a source of antioxidants. But health benefits aside, it's just plain delicious.
Chocolate is, of course, originally from Mexico. And ...
WHB - Oregano
in Do you like to cook?, on April 5, 2008
Homemade pizza is a wonderful thing.
The dough is a perfect crispness, the toppings are as minimal or numerous as you want and the sauce can be as mild or as spicy as you like.
While munching away on a square of sausage, onion and mozzarella pizza that I made earlier this week I decided to writ...
Welcher Jeans-Typ bist du?
in Feschsamma, on March 31, 2008
Wir alle kennen die Empfehlungen, welche Jeans zu welcher Figur passt - doch der Online-Test von glam.com macht es ein wenig anders!
Gesucht ist die Demin identity ! Und die Frage ist: Wenn du eine Designerjeans wär - welche würdest du sein? Ein netter Zeitvertreib diese Frage-Antworts...
WHB - Sparkling Springtime Asparagus Risotto
in Do you like to cook?, on March 29, 2008
Early spring means one, wonderful vegetable: Asparagus!
So it was only obvious that I would whip up an asparagus dish to submit to this week's Weekend Herb Blogging , the brainchild of Kalyn at Kalyn's Kitchen .
Our host this week - Ramona at the Houndstooth Gourmet . Head on over to her...
Dinner In Ten Minutes
in Do you like to cook?, on March 25, 2008
Dinner in just ten minutes ? Yes, I'm serious.
I know you think it can't be done. But it can. I know this because I recently pulled it off.
I got this tasty tortellini soup on the table in just ten minutes .
Of course I had a little help from store bought, wild mushroom tort...
NFL Draft Prospects - Arrested
in End Zone Buzz, on March 25, 2008
Ever since Roger Goodell turned into Elliot Ness after taking the job as NFL commissioner, teams are taking a hard look at the character of the players they select in the NFL Draft. With that, let's take a look at some notable players, and their rap sheet.
- South Florida CB Mike Jenkins ...
WHB - Kohlrabi and Apple Salad
in Do you like to cook?, on March 16, 2008
So many times I've stopped in front of this curious looking, pale green vegetable that looks like something dropped from outer-space, picked one up with the intention of buying a couple, then put it back, making a mental note to find some kohlrabi recipes before my next shopping trip.
Every w...
Braised Lamb with White Beans
in Do you like to cook?, on March 10, 2008
Have you ever read Five Quarters of the Orange or Blackberry Wine ? Or maybe you've heard of the novel Chocolat or have seen the popular movie with Juliette Binoche and johnny depp ?
Well, the author of these beautifully spun tales, Joanne Harris, also has two cookbooks, The Frenc...
Cooking with Wine: Tuscan Roast Leg of Lamb
in Celebrate Wine, on March 10, 2008
From the people at DaVinci Wines , a recipe for roast lamb, a perfect idea for Easter dinner: Tuscan Roast Leg of Lamb Pinch of fresh rosemary Salt and black pepper Wine vinegar Three cloves of garlic 2 1/2 oz of pancetta or fat bacon one leg of lamb
1/2 cup olive oil Make sure that lamb ...
WHB - Herbes de Provence
in Do you like to cook?, on March 7, 2008
My entry for this week's Weekend Herb Blogging is a salad of rich, dark green le Puy lentils infused with herbes de Provence and garlic, scattered with chunks of tangy, fresh goat cheese and served with crunchy slices of French bread.
WHB's inspiring creator, Kalyn , has offered the ta...
Mini Corn Muffins With Red Pepper and Green Onions
in Do you like to cook?, on March 5, 2008
I haven't made savory mini muffins in ages! Possibly since last August .
Last night's were wonderful, little bite-sized muffins that I served with apéritifs to Danish friends who came for dinner. The theme of the evening was Mexican and I wanted it to be memorable - especially since they...
Cayenne Ready to Pepper the Market
in carzz.org, on March 3, 2008
Porsche feels that the Cayenne SUV is the platform of choice as the automaker shows inklings of dabbling in green.
Porsche has said it will introduce a diesel-powered vehicle into the European market in 2009, that according to Automotive News Europe.
It's reported that Porsche will most p...
A Dream of a Cream Soup
in Do you like to cook?, on February 29, 2008
Broccoli.
A word that evokes disgust in some and delight in others. I fall into the latter category.
There are few things I find as satisfying and delicious as a simple, rich bowl of Cream of Broccoli soup. It can be whipped up in very little time and I always feel good about eating my vitamin pack...
Chicken in Red Wine Vinegar
in Do you like to cook?, on February 18, 2008
Chicken in Red Wine Vinegar , or Poulet au Vinaigre , is packed with intensely satisfying flavors. This recipe is a French bistro classic that I make over and over again and never get tired of.
It comes from a cookbook I've had for years, Bistro Cooking , by Patricia Wells . Although publ...
Moules Marinières Recipe
in Do you like to cook?, on February 15, 2008
Originally a Belgian dish, Moules Marinières can be found on restaurant menus in almost every seaside town in France. They are often associated with sitting by the sea in the summertime, but I prefer mussels in the winter. They are usually plumper , juicier and more flavorful.
This is a qui...
