Archive for February, 2011

Recipe of the Week: Quick Caesar Salad
[ 1 ] February 9, 2011 |

Recipe of the Week: Quick Caesar Salad

1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup grated parmesean cheese 1/3 cup shaved parmesean cheese (for garnish) 3 1/2 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. anchovy paste 1-2 anchovies (for garnish) 3 tbsp. olive oil (*or more if you want more liquid) Fresh black pepper 3 cups freshly chopped romaine lettuce Croutons: 3 slices Italian bread (*or more, […]

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7 Ways to Treat Your Valentine
[ 1 ] February 8, 2011 |

7 Ways to Treat Your Valentine

Traditional? Michel– The Cupid dinner special includes Oysters (*Hmm, liking this aphrodesiac selection…), butter poached lobster with beets and vanilla emulsion, Filet Mignon with red bell pepper sauce and chocolate hearts filled with rose flavored mousse.  $95 per person. Vinifera Wine Bar & Bistro– For $95 per person, couples will feast on braised veal sweetbreads, butter […]

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Etiquette Tuesday:  Split Personalities
[ 0 ] February 8, 2011 |

Etiquette Tuesday: Split Personalities

Scenario:  You walk up to the bar, order a glass of pinot gris (*pinot grigio) and the bartender turns to fulfill your order.  He/she realizes that the pinot gris is low, they pour it in your glass anyhow, proceed to open another bottle of pinot gris (*same brand/company) topping your glass off with this bottle. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! Ok, […]

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Gi.Ve.Aw.Ay
[ 3 ] February 7, 2011 |

Gi.Ve.Aw.Ay

Have a coffee addiction and like takeout??  Yes? Well, this is the giveaway for you.  First, I want to know what is the max amount of coffee that you consumed in one day?  Second, comment with your answer under this post or via Twitter (@jknowsgoodfood) and you are automatically entered to win a $25 gift […]

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World Tour: Super Bowl Sunday, an American holiday
[ 0 ] February 4, 2011 |

World Tour: Super Bowl Sunday, an American holiday

This Sunday, millions will gather in front of their televisions to witness Super Bowl 45.  As the Green Bay Packers and the Pittsburgh Steelers study football film and go over plays, some folks will be preparing for their flights to Dallas, Texas and others will be stocking up on beer and preparing for traditional Super […]

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