Salmon and Wasabi Deviled Eggs

Food Advertising by Like my mother, I’ve always believed that beautiful looking food ends up tasting even better. Growing up, even though we never had fancy American dinner staples such as rack of lamb and Christmas ham, we always used the good china. A beautifully plated meal on a perfectly set table adds just the … Continue Reading

Crispy Wasabi Dijon Rack of Lamb

I didn’t have lamb until I was a freshman in college and my tastebuds had an epiphany at a late night gyro joint. It’s the Cadillac of red meats with it’s rich flavor, tender texture and slightly gamy yet sophisticated aroma. While I’d cooked with ground lamb to make samosas and meatballs before, I had … Continue Reading

Sriracha Bloody Mary

I love a good ritual. With change being the only constant in life, rituals allow me to cling onto something special, something I can reliably look forward to even on my worst days. My Saturday morning ritual? I wake up at 5:30 AM to go to the Dane County Farmer’s Market, which is actually America’s … Continue Reading

Wasabi and Mint Cucumber Gazpacho with Sausage Relish

Apologies for the recent hiatus. I’m writing from my bed, recovering from the wisdom teeth extraction I’ve been putting off for nearly a decade. While the inconveniences that accompany such a surgery have been literal pains, nothing makes me as sadder than not being in the kitchen whisking, roasting, and munching the day away. As … Continue Reading