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Winter’s frigid temperatures bring with them the desire to play in the snow, often followed by an even stronger need to rush back indoors to get warm. Yet it’s not just a burning fire that’s needed to beat back the cold. A delicious, hot meal hits the spot when the weather outside is frightful.
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There’s just something about winter that begs for fondue–it’s comforting and cozy and just romantic enough that it could make the perfect Valentine’s Day dinner, but still casual enough that...
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When we visited Japan last winter, an evening crowded at a long izakaya table was a highlight. One year later we attempted to replicate the experience at home, to warm...
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Winter Vegetable Tempura, or tempura in general, doesn’t make me think of Japan. It makes me think of Japanese American restaurants. It’s a staple of the brand of restaurant that...
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The yakitori typically found at izakaya are delicious and varied. Though yakitori refers specifically to the chicken variety of grilled, skewered food, and may consist of virtually any part of the bird (think thighs to livers...
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We have gotten through Christmas and now are headed into celebrating the new year, is anyone else ready for 2017?? I don’t know about you all, but I sure am...
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As you might guess with a blog called Freckled Italian, a good chunk of my family history is rooted in Italy. My grandfather moved from Avezzano to Argentina before starting a...
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Hi all! It’s Gab from Artful Desperado. How you doin? Over here we are semi-frozen with some early winter super cold weather (rare for west coasters!), so you most definitely...
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I have a serious soft spot for Mexican food, one of which I am freshly reminded each year as the winter breeze appears.
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True to form, this Cornbread, Chorizo, Poblano Stuffing was my favorite part of our Latin Thanksgiving menu. It hit all the right notes – just a little bit sweet from...
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My fiancé and I are hosting Thanksgiving for the first time this year and part of our menu, including this Mole Roasted Chicken, is inspired by frequent travels to Colombia...
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