Appetizers
Fresh Mango Salsa
Every summer I get a little bit of produce envy when I read about the overabundance of zucchini and/or tomatoes in everybody’s garden. Every...
Drinks
Cherry-Infused Vodka
Since operation fridge and pantry clean-out is still in effect, I thought I’d drop in with a post that’s more public service announcement than...
Vegan
South Indian Pineapple with Chile and Mustard Seeds
Soon after I’d made the rash decision to move to Hawaii, I was looking through the Oahu job classifieds online. Sandwiched somewhere between the...
Detox
Indian-Spiced Creamed Greens
Creamed spinach. It’s pretty good stuff, right? I mean, even folks who hate greens and vegetables in general would probably be happy to eat...
Detox
Indian Asparagus with Shredded Coconut
I don’t know about you, but my Instagram feed and feed reader are clogged with photos of ramps and ramp recipes, respectively. Unfortunately I’m...
Archive
Thwa Dau Me Burma!
Well Burma, I may have overstayed my welcome. It always seems like I end up staying about twice as long as I anticipate in...
Recipes
Sweet and Fiery Chile Sauce
It may be just a coincidence, but none of the Burmese dishes I’ve tried have set off any multiple-alarm fires in my mouth. And...
Vegetarian
Golden Crispy Shallots and Shallot-Infused Oil
Before I move on to more Burmese entrees, salads and desserts, I thought it would be best to go back to the basics. So...
Salad
Burmese Wilted Spinach Salad with Tomatoes and Crispy Golden Shallots
Although I always enter grocery stores with a very specific list, I rarely leave without a couple of impulse purchases. And those extra items...
