Sweet Summer Black Bean Salad

August 17, 2011 American
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This sweet-tart summer salad is full of protein and healthy spices. Perfect for when you need a light but filling lunch.

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2011 Oakland Greek Festival

May 15, 2011 European
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A celebration of all things Greek, the Oakland Greek Festival is a haven for Mediterranean food lovers – especially if you’re a fan of the lamb.

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Baillardran Cannelé Recipe (Canelé de Bordeaux)

May 12, 2011 Baking
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This cannelé recipe is distributed by Baillardran – here you’ll find the English translation of their French canelé de bordeaux recipe.

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Baillardran Canelés – Paris, France

May 2, 2011 Baking
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Baillardran Cannelés sells what they consider authentic Bordeaux canelés throughout France, including Paris. Stop in for a taste of Bordeaux.

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Librairie Gourmande, A Parisian Must-See

April 21, 2011 Travel
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If you are at all in love with cookbooks, Librairie Gourmande is a must-see destination if you’re in Paris.

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La Gallina Bianca, Rome

April 16, 2011 Travel
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This epic pizza, from La Gallina Bianca in Rome, was one of the best I’ve ever eaten.

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Ladurée v. Pierre Hermé Macaron Taste Test

April 15, 2011 Desserts
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Welcome to the Ladurée v. Pierre Hermé Macaron Taste Test! Whose macaron reigns supreme?

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Florence, Italy: Gilli Cafe

April 5, 2011 Beverages
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A sad review of Gilli Cafe in Florence, Italy. Their service was so bad that I never got the chance to try their coffee.

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Paella in Barcelona: A Conspiracy?

April 1, 2011 European
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Is there a paella conspiracy in Barcelona? You be the judge – and then make this delicious recipes for Paella Valenciana.

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Mercat de La Boqueria de Barcelona: A Temple of Gastronomy

March 24, 2011 Travel
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The Mercat de La Boqueria, located in Barcelona, is a wonderful place to peruse and buy some of the freshest food the Spanish coast has to offer.

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McDonald’s – A European Oasis of Style? Really?

March 16, 2011 Travel
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In Europe, McDonald’s has tailored the eating experience to be something very different than what we’re used to here in the United States.

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Lay’s Pork Chop Flavored Potato Chips from Thailand

October 6, 2010 Travel
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When I was in Thailand, we found these pork chop flavored potato chips made by Lay’s. How crazy is that?

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The Herbfarm’s 100-Mile Dinner

September 22, 2010 Travel
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I recently had dinner the The Herbfarm, one of Washington’s most beloved restaurants. Here’s my experience with the 100-Mile Dinner event.

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Clark Summit Meat Club Farm Tour + Bonnie Powell’s Chicken Salad Recipe

August 5, 2010 American
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A few weeks ago I took a tour of the farm that supplies my meat CSA. In addition to a gorgeous day, I also had the best chicken salad recipe in existence.

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A Treasury of Thai Recipes

June 11, 2010 Travel
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Looking for Thai recipes and instructions on how to make Thai food? This tiny cooking school has a wealth of recipes on their website.

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