One of my favorite foods to grill on a grill is a hamburger. I have long been a fan of this classic American hamburger. The classic American hamburger epitomizes comfort food and has become an intrinsic part of the culinary landscape. Yet, crafting the perfect hamburger is a delicate process that requires understanding each ingredient’s…
I grew up with a Swedish mother and a Swedish grandfather who owned a bakery in Stockholm. Whenever my Swedish grandmother, Mormor, visited us from Stockholm, she baked up a storm. One of our family’s favorite treats, especially during Christmas, was the Swedish Kanelbullar, known as Bullar or Cinnamon buns. I’ve always been a big…
This is a delicious Madagascar Fried Chicken. It is a very traditional fried chicken that is easy to make. I heard about this dish from the Washington Post newsletter and found the recipe in Book Bibi’s Kitchen. What makes this chicken so good is that it is simple to make. You can marinate the chicken…
Many years ago, when I traveled in Vietnam, and there were few Western products, the French brand of Laughing Cow Cheese was one of the few cheeses we could get for our morning bread and breakfast. Since that time, I have been a fan of this cheese. The Laughing Cow Cheese and how the…
I have long been a fan of all kinds of chicken salads. There is something magical about a chicken salad you can eat in the summer with bursts of flavors. Yellow curry is a delightful Thai curry that derives its vibrant yellow color from including turmeric. Infused with the distinct flavors of yellow curry, this…
Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Midwestern Women’s Sailing Conference held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, at the renowned Milwaukee Community Sailing Center. The conference was a gathering of woman sailing enthusiasts from various backgrounds, and its highlight was the keynote speech delivered by Nikki Barnes, a USA Olympic sailing team member. Nikki’s address…