FAST FINDS
Simple Recipes for Memorial Day and a Season of Grilling
This list of Simple Memorial Day Food Recipes is full of plenty of fresh ideas for warm weather and backyard barbeques. Delicious recipes include Fireworks Pasta Salad, Berry Crisp Parfaits, Buffalo Ranch Potato Salad, and even a quick tutorial on how to microwave corn on the cob (so easy!).
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All Things Artichokes with Ocean Mist Farms CEO & President, Chris Drew
In Episode 40 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to Chris Drew, the CEO and President of Ocean Mist Farms, on location in Castroville, California, which is now known as the Artichoke Capital of the World. In this episode, they chat about all things artichokes, including Ocean Mist’s farming history, the artichoke varieties they grow, Chris’ favorite way to enjoy artichokes, and more!
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Cooking Traditional Korean Cuisine With Local Ingredients — With Chef Ji Hye Kim of Miss Kim
In Episode 39 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to Chef Ji Hye Kim. Chef Ji Hye has had the honor of being recognized as a Food & Wine Best New Chef in 2021 and a James Beard Semifinalist 2020 in 2022. In this episode, Ji Hye talks about her journey as a chef, the inspiration behind her restaurant, Miss Kim, and how she cooks traditional Korean cuisine with local Michigan ingredients.
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Five Little Things
Five Little Things I loved the week of May 15, 2022: fresh air, accidental friends, pink shirts, and more!
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Artichoke Salad with Fried Mozzarella
Artichoke Salad with Fried Mozzarella checks off all the boxes: fresh greens, a simple vinaigrette, flavorful artichokes, and crispy fried mozzarella. Perfect for a hearty lunch, a summer cookout, a dinner party, and beyond!
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Nom Nom Paleo: Let’s Go! with Michelle Tam
In Episode 38 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to New York Times best-selling author Michelle Tam about her path with husband and coauthor Henry Fong to paleo living, working together as a team, and what makes their newest book, Nom Nom Paleo: Let’s Go! #VeryAsian.
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Five Little Things
Five Little Things I loved the week of April 23, 2022: artichokes, etiquette, first dances, and more!
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Launching Goldilocks Filipino Cuisine at San Francisco International Airport
In Episode 37 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to Iva Chen, the Director of Business Development and Marketing of Lady Luck Gourmet, which owns and operates Goldilocks at San Francisco International Airport. They chat about Iva’s path to restaurant development, the challenges of opening an airport restaurant during the pandemic, and introducing a taste of Filipino food to travelers from around the world.
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Cognac Butterscotch Pudding
Butterscotch pudding can be so much more than a packaged snack. Try this Cognac Butterscotch Pudding for a heavenly homemade pudding that is absolutely worth making from scratch. Top it off with cognac-flavored whipped cream for even more indulgence.
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Five Little Things
Five Little Things I loved the week of April 16, 2022: Easter, plants, amazing auditions, and more!
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Carrot Cake Waffles
Carrot Cake Waffles with Creamed Cheese Whipped Cream – your favorite cake for breakfast! These easy carrot cake waffles are spiced and fluffy!
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Five Little Things
Five Little Things I loved the week of April 9, 2022: LOTS of soup, asparagus, birthdays, and more!
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European Hot Chocolate
European Hot Chocolate is the ultimate cup of cozy! This recipe for hot chocolate made with real chocolate, milk, and a touch of cream is inspired by the thick hot chocolate you can find in Italy and throughout Europe.
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Writing Food Memoirs with Sylvie Bigar
In Episode 36 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to award-winning food and travel writer Sylvie Bigar about her childhood in Geneva, her path to journalism and food writing, and the art of writing a food memoir.
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Five Little Things
Five Little Things I loved the week of April 2, 2022: noodles, a giveaway, April Fool’s Day, and more!
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