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September 5, 2011

Deviation: Book Review of The Sandwich Encyclopedia

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There's nothing quite like a hot sandwich on a dreary day. But who wants regular old grilled cheese?? Jazz up your day with an Artisanal...
September 2, 2011

Sweet Potato-Encrusted Crabcakes

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I didn't originally intend to order this dish. No, I had my eye somewhere else on the menu - but then I saw it walking towards me from a...
August 31, 2011

Spaghetti and Meatballs

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I don't often order spaghetti and meatballs when I'm out (my mother's would undeniably make my BEST list) but sometimes all you ...
August 29, 2011

Custom Hotcakes

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Now, I've already posted about hotcakes. And I don't like to be redundant. But! THESE hotcakes aren't on the menu - they're ...
August 26, 2011

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Hello, readers! Thanks to everyone for your patience. Early last spring I moved to a new state, new job, new life. It's been very exc...
June 6, 2011

BEST Calamari

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I've mentioned in earlier posts that I usually just eat calamari for the sauce - it's all about using something fried as a vessel fo...
June 1, 2011

Chicken Orzo Soup

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I love a good soup. Especially when it's unexpected. I've never had a bad meal at this restaurant, but I was fairly indifferent wh...
May 27, 2011

BEST Philly Cheesesteak

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My family and I once went to China for three weeks. Enter Jimmy D, the driver who met us at the airport upon our return home. It was late, w...
May 25, 2011

Italian-style Pizza

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The best judge of genuine Italian pizza is how long it takes between when it goes in the oven to when it comes out on your plate. Less than ...
May 18, 2011

BEST Pulled Pork Sandwich

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Pulled pork is one of my favorite types of sandwiches. It all started in high school, when friends of the family would come over once a mont...
May 16, 2011

Blueberry Pancakes

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I came across this coffee shop on a local's recommendation. I was actually cruising around Old Town Alexandria (Virginia) in search of a...
May 13, 2011

Western Omelet

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I love visiting friends. It's great fun talking the night away and catching up, learning what's new in their lives and sharing stori...
March 7, 2011

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Hello, wonderful readers! I have been extremely busy lately (in a good way!) and as such it's been hard to find time to post new entries...
February 28, 2011

BEST House Salad

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I think salads are the perfect introduction to a meal: light, fresh, and flavorful, they prep the palate and the stomach for what's to ...
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February 25, 2011

"Red" Polish Platter

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In my opinion, this is the best way to try a new type of food: sample platter! Here, we've got a Pierogi (looks like a dumpling), Kielba...
February 23, 2011

Baked Apple Dumpling

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I'd like to call this a little piece of heaven, but the truth of the matter is, it's a HUGE piece of heaven. Taking a dinner break o...
February 21, 2011

Cream of Mushroom Soup

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I have a weakness for creamy soups. Cream of chicken, tomato, mushroom, broccoli - you name it, I'll love it. There's just something...
February 18, 2011

Roasted Vegetable, Mozzarella, and Pesto Wrap

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I love roasted vegetables because they're easy, healthy, and filling. Wrap them up with some fresh mozzarella (preferably room temperatu...
February 16, 2011

Japanese Pan Noodles

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To come across this cute little bistro with fresh ingredients and smiling service, and craving noodles as badly as I was, this was a nice ...
February 14, 2011

Grilled Chicken Tenderloin

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There are a lot of chain restaurants out there, and there's a typical group of them you'll find at food stops off of the highway. Wh...
February 11, 2011

Homemade Donuts

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Admittedly, every once in a blue moon, I like to indulge in a Dunkin' Donuts chocolate-iced donut. The light, fluffy texture makes me fe...
February 9, 2011

BEST French Toast

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How good is this French Toast? Good enough that I didn't even add syrup (in part because they didn't have real maple syrup, but that...
February 7, 2011

Mushroom and Gruyere Tarte

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I only like to occasionally include homecooked meals - and this dish is worthy of one of those few times (plus there's a recipe link at ...
February 4, 2011

Salt-N'-Pepper Onion Rings

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Crispy, seasoned rings of fried onions...talk about great comfort food! Not only are these rings COLOSSAL, but the added salt and pepper int...