Today is World Food Day, celebrated each year on the establishment anniversary of the UN’s Food & Agriculture Organization. It’s estimated that over 1 billion men, women and children are hungry & malnourished around the world, and as many as …
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Pantry Raid: Hearty Lentil Stew
Today, I came home from work craving something to chase away the cold, rainy gloom. A quick peek in pantry yielded some red lentils, and the fridge held the remnants of a soup from last week (carrots, celery and onions). …
Asian-Style Tuna Steak
As you’ve probably figured out by now, I’m a fan of easy and flavorful recipes. I also like recipes that are flexible and allow me to use the same flavor profile with multiple items. This is one of my go-to …
Easy Veggie Side: Broccoli Salad
I am not a fan of mayonnaise-based salads (or mayo in general), so I try to get creative with coleslaw, potato salad and the like. This broccoli salad is similar to one my friend NS makes, but with an oil-vinegar …
Chicken Soup Fake-Out
Many people in my office has been sick over the last few weeks, and after waking up and feeling icky yesterday I decided to play it safe and take the day off (I’m thinking now it’s allergies but jury is …
Penny Pinching Tip #2: Cooking for Numero Uno
I find that cooking (or baking) is quite cathartic after a long day at work. For this reason, I cook dinner for myself on a regular basis, at least 2-3 times per week, if not more. Cooking for one can …
Pantry Raid: Potluck Rice Pilaf
This weekend I celebrated the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, during which many have a custom to eat their festive meals (lunch an dinner) in a sukkah. As not everyone has a sukkah, meals are usually quite large and done potluck …
I Have a Crush on Sweet Potatoes
No joke. I am a huge fan of sweet potatoes, not only because they are delicious and filling, but also because they are packed with fiber, vitamins and nutrients. They have a highly versatile flavor profile and do well as …
Penny Pinching Tip #1: Simple Bare Necessities
A few people have commented that my costing seems really low, because, for example, even if I am only using a cup of a rice, I still have to buy the whole bag. The thing is, I shop for fresh …
A Little Musing about Hunger
Yesterday I observed Yom Kippur, a Jewish fast day during which many have the tradition to refrain from eating and drinking for about 25 hours. Because it seemed appropriate, I started What is the What by David Eggers, which tells …