Monthly Archives: April 2011

Pasteles and Abacaxi

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The sun is shining. The breeze is blowing gently. The smell of lilacs is in the air. It’s spring people. And time for light, lovely spring treats. These two dishes made appearances at a party I held last month. The pasteles de guayaba were requested by my friend–they’re soft, flaky 
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Two Bake Sales and More Press

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Hey Folks! I just wanted to spread the word about two upcoming bake sales and some exciting news. The first bake sale is being organized by Becky at Baking and Cooking, A Tale of Two Loves. The online bake sale will take place on May 2nd from 7am to 9pm. 
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A Rustic Savory Crostata

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Before you read the rest of this post, I’m going to ask you to trust me when I say, “this crostata is worth all of the steps. It. Just. Is.” This is the savory vegan pie I made for the SEEDS social and while I’d love to say that it 
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Spring Curry Couscous

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Spring has sprung and oh how grateful I am for that! I have no reason to complain about winter. None. My auntie who lives in Massachusetts said that this was the worst winter in her memory–and she’s not an exaggerator, so I know it’s been bad up north. Even though 
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Curry Wraps

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It’s official. I never want to be a real chef. I am depleted. Exhausted–after just two days of cooking. I mentioned my guest ‘chef’ appearance at the Briggs Garden event on Saturday in my last post. It was a blast, and I truly feel lucky to have had the chance 
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Queso de Cabra

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Best. Day. Ever. OK, maybe not EVER, but today was definitely the best day that I’ve had all week! Today I gave my first food demonstration at the grand opening of the Briggs Community Garden in Durham. It went really well, but if you know anything about me, you know 
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Vanilla-Saffron Shortbread

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Why is it when we get stressed, or sad, or overwhelmed, we drop the very things that keep us centered and balanced and happy? Even as a psychologist, I cannot answer that one. And even as a food blogger, I cannot say why, if sharing with the blogosphere makes me 
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