I wish I had a better introduction to this recipe other than the yearly acknowledgment of summer with an abundance of summer squash. Alas, here we are. Originally published in my zine, this zucchini pizza is a delicious way to use zucchini, even if you’re feeling a bit burnt out from eating summer squash. Zucchini […]
I have my child to thank for this cucumber sandwich. Their obsession with cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches started the idea, and my love of flavored cream cheeses followed. This easy, fresh summer sandwich is perfect for picnics, road trips, or a quick lunch at home. The layers of the cucumber sandwich When making fresh […]
While blistered shishito peppers seemingly peaked in 2017, these small snacking peppers will always have a place in my kitchen. They are fun to eat, an easy canvas for flavor exploration, and a pure joy to grow (compared to all the other peppers I’m so patiently waiting to deepen in color). Why I adore Blistered […]
Over the years, I’ve had my fair share of soggy hash browns. It’s sad to be excited for some crispy breakfast potatoes only to get a soggy bite. Because of this disappointment, I’ve spent much time perfecting my crispy hash browns. Crispy hash browns, every time The potato type If you’ve tried your hand at […]
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I often lament the lack of good Italian food in Nottingham so it’s about time I gave Bar Gigi a shot. Opening in 2021 it describes itself as a ‘Modern Italian’s restaurant. Inside it really fits the bill, a sense of history and character from wooden beams but primarily a smart contemporary aesthetic. The seating […]