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Antipasti Bruschetta
I used a mixture of roasted, sun-dried and raw tomatoes to create a melange of textures, the grilled Italian vegetables slightly charred for that smokiness, the rich purple waxy potatoes for that extra depth, the creamy mustard mayonnaise to bind everything together, scooped onto crusty bread.
Outstanding in the field
Established since 1999, they have toured all around the USA in farms (and the occasional rooftop and greenhouses) to honor the farmers whose good work brings nourishment to the table.
Scallops and Angel Hair
4-6 Scallops
2 small cloves of garlic, very thinly sliced
1 bunch chopped Italian parsley
1/2 cup white wine
Angel hair pasta – enough for 2 people.
Noma – The Menu
René Redzepi was quoted about his experience working at the previous number one restaurant in the world, elBulli:
“I didn’t come back to Denmark thinking: I’m going to put a gel of a gel of a gel on my monkfish liver while I whip my guests with burning rosemary,” he said. “I just came back with a sense of freedom.”
Noma – Preface
I do believe there is such a thing as over dining. Especially since moving to New York City, the bustling streets and hectic lifestyles also changed the way I dined. Outside from all the daily free meals from the Google office, dining out was anything but back to basics. The dining options in New York [...]
Ahi Tuna Poke
Hawaiian poke is a great appetizer which requires no cooking. It is also gluten free1 and dairy free!
Strawberry Bouquet
Spoil-her Series: Simple recipes for men.
Under 5 ingredients, Under 20 bucks. Maximum brownie points.
Perfect Valentine’s Day idea!
Filet Mignon
Fillet Mignon with Portobello Mushrooms
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Under 5 ingredients, Under 20 bucks. Maximum brownie points.
Insalata Caprese
Spoil-her Series: Simple recipes for men.
Under 5 ingredients, Under 20 bucks. Maximum brownie points.
Ingredients
1lb pack of Fresh Buffalo Mozzarella
3 Tomatoes
1 bunch Basil
Extra Virgin olive oil (drizzle)
Balsamic Vinegar (drizzle)
Salt and Pepper to taste
What to do:
Slice tomatoes.
Slice Mozzarella to a similar thickness as the tomatoes
Pick the basil leaves off the stalk.
Assemble on plate, first with the tomato, [...]