Monthly archive for April 2012

Green Kadoo

On April 22, 2012 / Food, The Indian Half / 2 Comments

I picked up this little beauty at the farmer’s market last week. I love pumpkin (kadoo) just about any way (in pie or custard, curried, roasted, etc.). And there are so many varieties of pumpkin, each with its own flavor, texture, and color. One year,

Light Brown

On April 15, 2012 / Family and Culture / 6 Comments

Me with H. and A. in Lake Tahoe I am whiter than white. In fact, my legs (which see little sunshine) can blind oncoming traffic. I am also married to a beautifully brown man. Before having kids, I wondered what color they would be. Mixed-race

Salmon Tinfish

On April 7, 2012 / Food, The Indian Half / 1 Comment

I think it’s about time that I posted a recipe for some Indian food. This dish is one of the first that I learned how to make, and it has become a staple for my family since it is quick and easy to make. It also has just

Porchetta: Pigging Out

On April 2, 2012 / Food, The Other Half / 1 Comment

Last week we cooked the porchetta we had purchased from our favorite butcher. Amazing! It was flavorful, tender, and delicious. I have to admit, though, that the fantastically crispy pork skin was my favorite part. Crunchy on the outside, with a buttery layer of fat