From the monthly archives:

March 2008

The First Sign of Spring: Pea Shoots

March 23, 2008 Meat, Poultry & Fish

I first met pea shoots at the farmer’s market last fall. They were part of the final planting of the season, and the guest chef in the Firehouse parking lot made an amazing salad of diced melon, wild Alaskan salmon, pea shoots and arugula. I was hooked, but I was warned by the pea shoot [...]

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Black Bean Soup Will Take the Chill Off, and That’s Not All

March 16, 2008 Soups & Salads

Spring is struggling to come through. Once last week, I bundled myself up in sweater, coat, scarf and gloves, only to find it 50 degrees outside. Just the next day, Pittsburgh’s unique mix of slush falling from the sky returned… and sweater, coat, scarf and gloves went right back on. I figure we still need [...]

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March Challenge: Try a New Food Each Week

March 6, 2008 News & Views

I might harp on it a little too much, but it’s only because I think it’s important, ok? Trying new foods – getting out of your food comfort zone – is simply good for your soul. Whether you are fighting your own picky eating, preparing for an overseas trip or simply working to expand your [...]

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