Monthly Archives: December 2010

Pork Fried Rice

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Evan Halperin

So last week was Christmas, and while I don’t celebrate, I do have my own X-mas tradition.  That tradition is going to a movie and having Chinese for dinner (or lunch).  This year was no different.  Despite a slightly lack … finish reading Pork Fried Rice

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Dovetail: Monday Night Vegetarian Tasting Menu

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Evan Halperin

Since moving to NYC, the Vegetarian has wanted to check out the vegetarian (and vegetable focused) tasting menu which is only available on Monday nights at Dovetail.  Having tried Dovetail months ago during restaurant week, it was only a matter … finish reading Dovetail: Monday Night Vegetarian Tasting Menu

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Homemade Angel Hair

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Evan Halperin

Over a year ago, I purchased the pasta roller attachment for our KitchenAid mixer.  When we bought it, we made pasta a few times, but each time the pasta did not turn out all that great.  Each time we had … finish reading Homemade Angel Hair

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Winter Beef Stew: Bourguignon Style

Posted on December 15, 2010 by Evan Halperin

Almost anytime I have gone to eat at restaurants in the winter, they will have some sort of heavy meat offering, whether it is a stew, pot pie, or a hunk of beef with root vegetables.  With the onset of … finish reading Winter Beef Stew: Bourguignon Style

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Chocolate-Caramel Cookie Bars

Posted on December 11, 2010 by Evan Halperin

Who likes fudge? And cookies? What about fudge topped cookies?? It’s no secret that I don’t bake much, other than bread, and really don’t make many desserts.  I usually don’t have that big of a sweet tooth, however, the Vegetarian … finish reading Chocolate-Caramel Cookie Bars

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Beef Tenderloin with Turnip Puree and Sauteed Spinach

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Evan Halperin

I recently was back at home, in the Washington, D.C. area and while I was there I got some delicious home cooked meals.  Specifically my mom’s famous brisket as part of the first night of Chanukah.  Another night that I … finish reading Beef Tenderloin with Turnip Puree and Sauteed Spinach

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