Archive for March, 2009

Tuesday, March 31st, 2009

Breakfast for Supper

“But Paulie, It’s your favorite!” — Paulie Bleeker’s mom in Juno Yes, it may be Paulie’s favorite, but its mine as well. I just devoured some chocolate-chip pancakes and now have inspiration to share with you a simply delicious easy-to-make breakfast dishes. Crepes A favorite of Le French, its a super simple recipe that can […]

Saturday, March 28th, 2009

Saturday, Rainy Saturday

There are very few comfort foods that rock my word. That being said, I have a few favorites. Pancakes.Steak and Mashed Potatoes.Steak and Cheese.Quiche.oh, and French Toast. There are some very good places to get all of these, especially in the Fairfax, VA area.And a really great website, The Loop, is a perfect solution for […]

Monday, March 23rd, 2009

Now in a mini!

Are you looking for a fast breakfast on your way to your 10:30 am class and you’re already late? Ooohhh, that was a little Alanis Morrisette. I apologize. Regardless, there’s one thing you need to know: mini frittatas.Better than fried egg with cheese, better than microwaving your scrambled eggs (gross), and better than frying some […]

Wednesday, March 18th, 2009

Chocolate-Chip Brownie Muffins

Yes. Brownie. Muffins. To finish off this week’s guilty delights features I’m giving you the recipe that will be melt in your mouth delicious. There are two ways to make this happen — the box way or the homemade way. I fancy the box way, just because you add your own little touches here and […]

Tuesday, March 17th, 2009

Fortune Cookie? Try Nutella Wonton.

What is the perfect end note to a Chinese food meal? If you’re old school and ordering take-out, its usually fortune cookies (that may or may not be stale). But, with some simple steps you can have a nice twist on a Chinese favorite: the wonton. My favorite treat from delivery places like China Garden […]

Monday, March 16th, 2009

“Pure bliss baked daily”

I have decided to indulge this week in confectionery delights in the D.C. Metro area. What comes to mind when you think about Easter? Gigantic chocolate bunnies? Oozy Peeps that have been out in the sun too long? I think about one thing: cupcakes. And the best cupcake shop ever. These ain’t your grandmas cupcakes […]

Thursday, March 5th, 2009

Favorite Fairfax Eateries

Bernie’s Deli, Noodles & Company, Foster’s GrilleBernie’s Deli Location: intersection of School St. & Chain Bridge, Fairfax, VAOffers: deli sandwiches, hot meals, desert fare A homestyle family-owned deli featuring favorites like corned beefs, super BLTs, and Carnegie Deli Cheesecake. Owned and operated by Bernie & Leah “Mama” Socha, employed by mainly George Mason students. Price […]

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009

Easy Weeknight Recipe

Have some extra time this week? Want to make a delicious dinner that’s no hassle?Try this: make some chicken enchiladas when you’ve got a spare 45 minutes, stick ’em in the freezer and pop ’em in the oven once you want to nosh on some cheesy goodness. Seriously. It’s that easy. To make a pan […]