Mar
31
2012
Red Snapper in Garlic & Seville Orange Sauce
Since I’d never had this dish before, I followed the recipe in A Taste of Persia almost exactly. I increased some of the ingredients since I was serving 6 and the recipe is for 4. And instead of frying the... Read moreMar
31
2012
Yogurt & Spinach Dip
Inspired by A Taste of Persia‘s Yogurt & Spinach Salad recipe Serves 6 Ingredients 1 box (10 oz) of Bird’s Eye frozen chopped spinach - thaw/ cook per the instructions on the box 18 oz container of FAGE fat free... Read moreMar
31
2012
Mark Joseph Steakhouse
On Tuesday, Sean had a meeting in the Financial District so we met up after work because I wanted him to experience Mark Joseph. As a steak lover, I’ve been to many steakhouses in Manhattan, and Mark Joseph consistently tops... Read moreMar
31
2012
Persian New Year Food Fest
The first day of spring also marks the Persian New Year called Eid. This is a time when families get together for quality time and to enjoy the traditional New Year meal of dill rice and white fish. Keeping... Read moreMar
17
2012
The Loving Story @ International Center of Photography
I read about “The Loving Story” exhibit at the International Center of Photography in The New York Times. The story of this young interracial couple – fittingly named the Lovings – arouses all kinds of emotions. They were arrested... Read moreMar
17
2012
Macao Trading Company (Tribeca)
Last night was our Dinner Club and we met at Macao in Tribeca – Traci’s pick which we all agreed was a great choice. Mel aptly described Macao as a sensual subjugation of the senses (Mel has the gift... Read moreMar
16
2012
Chez Napoleon Restaurant (Theater District)
Sean’s birthday was on Wednesday and we went to see Avenue Q to celebrate. I was tempted to go back to NIOS for our pre-theater dinner, but then I came across reviews for Chez Napoleon which is widely lauded... Read moreMar
13
2012
Lamb Shank Soup
Inspired by A Taste of Persia‘s Lamb Shank Soup Serves 2 Ingredients 1 lb lamb shank (bone in) 2 small onions (or 1 large one) – roughly chopped 2 cups of chicken stock 1 tsp turmeric 2 cinnamon sticks... Read moreMar
13
2012
NIOS Restaurant (Theater District)
Looking for a pre-theater dinner destination? Look no further than NIOS. Kathryn was visiting from Texas and we met there last Friday before she headed off to see Venus in Fur (great play). After so many near-hits and all... Read moreMar
13
2012
