Category Archives: Food

If Egg Dishes Were Like Women

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Neil

If egg dishes were like women, scrambled eggs would be the practical one, the strong-willed and hardy tomboy who grew up on a Texas ranch and knows how to rope a steer as well as any cowboy. Sunnyside-up eggs would … Continue reading →

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Dinner in D.C.

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Neil

“I’m visiting Maryland next week” I emailed Laurie eight days before my trip. “You want to get together on Friday?” “Sure. You want me to round up everyone who lives in the area?” “Nah.” I said “nah,” not because I … Continue reading →

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Dill Pickles

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Neil

4500 years ago in Mesopotamia the lowly cucumber was pickled for flavor. And life has never been the same. Thousands of pickles from cornichons to gherkins are served today in Germany and Jacksonville I despise sweet pickles because they taste … Continue reading →

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Midnight Train to My Blogging Roots

Posted on November 3, 2010 by Neil

Sometimes it is important to pack your suitcase, climb aboard that midnight train, and head home. To get in touch with your roots. To remind yourself of why you started this arduous journey so long long ago. In blogging terms, … Continue reading →

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The Gratuity

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Neil

The last time I was in New York City, I went upstate with my two friends, John and Eric, for the sole reason of having dinner at a famous culinary institute. It was my idea.   John and Eric are self-proclaimed … Continue reading →

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Iron Chef, Los Angeles

Posted on June 30, 2009 by Neil

Any fans of the original Iron Chef? I loved that Japanese cooking show because the chefs really took the competition to heart, as if their honor was at stake. The American version is lazy because you know Bobby Flay doesn’t … Continue reading →

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Matzoh Brei

Posted on April 9, 2009 by Neil

During Passover, you’re supposed to eat matzoh, symbolizing how the Israelites ran out of Egypt so quickly, they didn’t have time to leaven the bread. The best Passover meal is not during the seder, but the next morning.  Matzoh brei … Continue reading →

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Goat Stew

Posted on March 25, 2009 by Neil

I went for breakfast at the Dominican diner down the block.  I’ve written about this place before.  They have two menus combined in one folder — traditional Dominican cuisine and the gringo menu for those who want burgers and BLTs.   … Continue reading →

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Lunch at Lenny’s Clam Bar

Posted on October 11, 2008 by Neil

Commercial for Lenny’s Clam Bar from the late 1970′s So, it was like my mudder’s birthday on Thursday and… that’s right, my muddah. What the f*ck is wrong with you? You don’t got no muddah? Just shuddup and listen to … Continue reading →

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Breakfast with Lily

Posted on September 22, 2008 by Neil

As I have mentioned many times before, Sophia is a strong, assertive woman. I find that sexy (unless, of course, when it has anything to do with me, when it can be a pain in the ass). One of the … Continue reading →

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