Some people think summer is not soup season. Some people would be wrong. What could be better on a hot, humid day than a bowl of flavorful, chilled soup? It’s cool, refreshing, and best of all, easy. It has to be made ahead, forcing one to make it in the cool of the morning, or even the cool of the evening the day before. Still not convinced? Simple summer soups … Continue reading →
What with mon mari lazing around the hospital again last week, not a lot of visible progress was made. On the other hand, he had a lot of time to think – and, apparently, he thought about all the little things that have been neglected since his diagnosis. He must have been inspired by something, because, since he’s been home, he’s been doing ‘ugly’ jobs: plumbing repair, fixing the kitchen … Continue reading →
Go directly to Recipe Spain is hot! It may be cool in winter and can be cold and snowy in the mountains (great ski resorts!), but for most of the year it is hot and the Spanish food reflects this. It also reflects the abundant variety of fruits and vegetables grown everywhere. One often finds some sort of vegetable as a first course: giant green or white Asparagus served with … Continue reading →
