Appetizers

The power went out halfway through the setup, which was ironic given that I was trying to create a spooky Halloween atmosphere. It was October … Read more

The power went out halfway through carving the pumpkins, leaving us in a semi-dark kitchen illuminated only by the flickering glow of candlelight and the … Read more

I wasn’t expecting pastry advice from the local hardware store manager, but there I was, standing in the cereal aisle, listening to him describe exactly … Read more

I was standing in the school pick-up line last Tuesday, half-listening to the usual chatter about soccer practice and science projects, when the mom in … Read more

My brother-in-law Mark asked why I couldn’t just toss the cauliflower florets in buffalo sauce before air frying them. I started to explain why that … Read more

I was standing in the frozen foods aisle of our local grocery store last Tuesday, staring at a box of jalapeno poppers like they held … Read more

My buddy Marcus swore he hated loaded fries. For years. The man would pick off every single topping at a sports bar, leaving a sad … Read more

The Super Bowl party was in four hours and I’d completely forgotten I’d agreed to bring the appetizer. Everyone else would be bringing their signature … Read more

I was standing in line at the hardware store, of all places, holding a new showerhead and trying to remember if I needed plumber’s tape, … Read more

I’m not supposed to have a favorite wing recipe. As a food blogger, you’re expected to love them all equally, like some kind of impartial … Read more