I've always been a big fan of Chinese food. All my life, my family would have its annual dinner at our hometown's Chinese restaurant (because it didn't seem reasonable to eat that much food more than once a year). It was always one of the most exciting meal of the year for me. As I… Continue reading Retro Cooking: 1972’s Wonton
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A Simple Nostalgic Bolognese
I grew up with the high standards of my mom's spaghetti sauce. Every year (as long as I can remember), she spends a full day making enormous batches of spaghetti sauce that will last us all year. I associate so many childhood memories to my mom's pasta. It was so simple, yet completely comforting. It… Continue reading A Simple Nostalgic Bolognese
Asparagus, Broccoli and Pea Soup
It is no secret that we could all use more vegetables in our daily diet. I personally love most vegetables but, after a while, I get tired of salads and sides of vegetables. Soups are a good way to add variety. Vegetable-only soup are a good side dish, served with meat, cheese or any other… Continue reading Asparagus, Broccoli and Pea Soup