I like saying the word "rhubarb." It's fun and rolls off the tongue amusingly like "kumquat." In fact, I would name a pet rhubarb, maybe a cat or a bird.
I like saying the word "rhubarb." It's fun and rolls off the tongue amusingly like "kumquat." In fact, I would name a pet rhubarb, maybe a cat or a bird.
Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 05/02/2013 in Exploring the Noshosphere, Fruits, Sweets, Whole Foods | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
This chunky guacamole just happened in my kitchen, and went quickly into my belly with some gluten-free, vegan crackers and a smooth Sweet Red wine.
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Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 03/22/2013 in Farmer's Market Finds, Fruits, Healthy Snack Ideas, Non-Dairy Gluten-Free, Paleo | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 03/13/2013 in Fruits, Ingredient Idea | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 03/07/2013 in Eating in SF, Fruits, Healthier Options | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Isn't this beautiful?! This 6" fruit bowl is made by artisans mostly women in Rwanda. The design in the bowl represents Hope inspired from the Rwanda flag. Since I'm all about heartfulness in 2013, the design resonated with me immediately plus you know I love purple!
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Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 02/28/2013 in Fruits, Global nosh, Good Causes, Healthy Snack Ideas, Nosh cooking ware | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
I love this visual chart from The Farmacy on how to tell if your avocado is ripe or not because I never know.
Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 02/12/2013 in Food Education, Fruits, Vegetables | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
I love anything that looks unusual and has a story. At the SF Ferry Building farmer's market, this fascinating citrus caught my eye. Say hello to Buddha's Hand which is a fingered citron with origins in India and China.
In Western cooking, Buddha's Hand is used for zest. If you rub the fingers, the oil of the citron activates and you get the most refreshing smell which can help make a room smell wonderful. And the shape is so interesting, you can use the Buddha's Hand in a center piece decoration.
In Buddhist temples, the Buddha's Hand is used as an offering. The desired version are the ones where the fingers are closed in because they most resemble praying hands.
For your next dinner party, make a Buddha's Hand center piece. This citron will definitely make for interesting dinner conversation.
Have you used Buddha's Hand? If so, please share how you used it.
Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 01/17/2013 in Farmer's Market Finds, Fruits, Tried Something New | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 12/12/2012 in Farmer's Market Finds, Fruits | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
I find Asian markets fascinating because there is always something in there that is unusual like this fruit. Can you name this fruit?
The answer is after the jump...
Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 11/01/2012 in Fruits, Guess the food | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
Grapes are one of my favorite fruits and snacks as they are very convenient. I tend to be a seedless red grape kinda gal but green ones are tasty too when they are on the sweet side.
But after awhile, eating just plain grapes can get boring, so with the help of some creative food bloggers here are some fun ways to eat grapes.
Posted by Stephanie Quilao on 05/03/2010 in Fruits, Healthy Snack Ideas | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)