I’ve been fascinated with taro since I was a little girl. I was amazed that something so terrifyingly hairy on the outside yielded the most beautiful purple color inside AND tasted so good. However, I didn’t have it as frequently as I would have liked. Taro was typically reserved for special occasion desserts or as … Continue Reading
Although this light yet flavorful slaw can be eaten alone or as a side dish to almost anything, at home we serve gỏi as an appetizer with shrimp chips. I can’t describe the flavor or sensation of these but they tingle as soon as they touch your tongue and the vinegar of the slaw makes … Continue Reading
Fish sauce is the cornerstone for Vietnamese cuisine the way soy sauce is for Chinese or salsa for Mexican. Not only is it heavily used in cooking, but the prepared sauce is used as garnish and dip for almost all Vietnamese appetizers. Now I’ll admit, its pungent aroma made me avoid it like the plague … Continue Reading
Even though I currently reside in Wisconsin, home of the deep fried cheese curd, my Jersey roots still dictate that pizza is the ultimate comfort food. It brings coworkers together after a long day in the office and its aroma on Friday night brings joy to kids everywhere. It’s versatile, affordable, and just plain delicious. … Continue Reading
