Writings and Travels of Lina Em
Mr. D (aka David with an E) decided that he wanted to go on a mostly gluten-free diet. Knowing him (and many of the men in my life), I didn’t expect he’d be eating well cooked meals unless you consider yogurt 3x a day, awell cooked meal. So I decided to help out by preparing him meals to bring to work (and also for myself to save money rather than eating out).
Continue reading “Tom Yum Soup with Kale and Shrimp”
Astoria has a growing Japanese population that ramen houses are popping up alongside sushi restaurants. And they aren’t those generic half Chinese/Mexican food type of chain restaurants. They are quite decent and innovative with their flavors and dishes.
Continue reading “Stir Fried Tofu with Greenoodle”
Valentine’s Day could just be another ordinary day but it’s definitely a GREAT excuse to have a special romantic dinner at home with candles, flowers and wine. I got a text message from my mother, which always feels good. And I got my dog a toy. I know that everyday should be a day to tell your loved ones you loved them, but it’s not a bad idea to a commercial reminder once in awhile.
Continue reading “Heart-Day Dinner”
I have had such a fascination for lavender for quite some time. Last summer, I had bought dried lavender to make lemonade and it’s been taunting me since I was not sure what to make with it. Last month, for the bookclub meeting, I had met up at this French restaurant in Brooklyn that had Blanc Manger, which was basically lavender panna cotta. It was amazing!
With my boyfriend’s mother around, I’ve been eating more creamy food and sometimes enjoying it and other times, not so much. I’ve found that I like many of the Italian desserts if they are made right, such as tiramisu, bomboloni, and panna cotta.
Continue reading “Basil Tofu Cotta with Strawberry”