Dinner

Our refrigerator is looking pretty sparse so thank goodness for pantry staples! We threw together a classic combination of shrimp and pasta with garlic, lemon, white wine, capers, and butter.

A garnish of italian parsley from my staircase herb garden added an extra element of green.

ATL Recap

Its been over a week since I was actually in Atlanta but last week just flew by with the stress of finals and finishing up yet another semester of school. I had to express how amazing Atlanta was so I thought, better late than never. I went to work with my very favorite crew from Knitter's Magazine to take a couple photos and attend their Stitches Weekend South, where knitters from all over the south head to Atlanta for a weekend of knitting classes. I loved seeing the hotel lobby flooded with knitters young and old chatting for hours on end. 

I spent the whole week being spoiled rotten.  I did some work here and there along with visiting the High Museum of Art, the Archibald Smith Plantation, and Margaret Mitchell's House where she wrote "Gone with the Wind". Thank you so much XRX for the incredible week in Atlanta! I can't wait to see you all again!

Obsessed: Pilcro and the Letterpress everything

I purchased these on ebay but you can also find Pilcro brand clothes, shoes and bags at anthropologie.com

Highlights from the High Museum

The High Museum of Art Atlanta, GA

"fried chicken" tenders

Between the tartar and tofu, I don't know which craving is weirder.

I purchase firm tofu about a week ago and wanted to branch out from my usual asian inspired tofu dishes. While at publix, where they pump the delectable smell of fried chicken through the air, I was tempted to purchase the southern staple but thought, why not make "fried chicken" with the protein I already purchased? So that's exactly what I did. I marinated the tofu with buttermilk, spices and a cup of chicken stock. After a day of marinating I breaded each slice of tofu with panko breadcrumbs seasoned with salt, paprika, cayenne and cracked pepper. 15 minutes on each side in the toaster oven set at 400 provided a satisfying fried chicken substitute paired with ketchup and Stubb's bbq sauce!

Smoked Salmon Spread

While taking a break from work I decided to make a savory snack. 

Obsessed:

You had me at Korean ...

I have been obsessed with this Korean tartar recipe since the first time I saw it in Bon Appetit magazine. Not only is it beautiful but it is absolutely delicious! It only took months of talking about it to finally motivate me to make it. Next dinner party, Korean tartar will definitely be on the menu!

As I was making the korean tartar I realized I may as well make a classic french tartar while I was at it and represent two of my favorite countries at lunch. . . I couldn't risk anyone getting jealous. My only addition to this recipe was chopped apple and sriracha.

Spiced Pumpkin

delicious

She's a natural

Happy Easter

I am so lucky to now have my sister and her family within driving distance. They have lived on the west coast of Florida for a little over a year but just 12 days ago they moved into a house of their very own. Despite having less than two weeks to move in my sis graciously invited our sister Ruthie and I to come over for Easter. We spent the entirety of today swimming in their backyard pool and stuffing ourselves with a cajun boil made solely by my ridiculously sweet brother in law. As we lounged in the pool he slaved away on our very untraditional Easter dinner. Thank you Scott!

On my mind

Obsessed: My new shoes by Pilcro and the Letterpress

I just couldn't resist both colors.

Pilcro and the letterpress flats

photos from anthropologie.com

Last weekend: A night at the Ballet and a Ballerino's Birthday

Opening night of Coppélia

   
Foxhole Bar

Quinoa and Sweet potato cakes

I have been extremely enticed by the idea of potato pancakes the past couple weeks. They are simple recipes that seem to use up just about anything in your fridge; zucchini, squash, broccoli, carrots, onions, white potatoes, sweet potatoes, cheese . . . just grate whatever you have and toss it in into the mix. I found this amazing recipe on the blog Cannelle et Vanille. This site offers gorgeous pictures, recipes, and anything that strikes the author's fancy . . . which always seems to be beautiful. 

My take, using red quinoa and cheddar cheese. I formed the mixture into patties and baked on oiled parchment paper at 425 F. I then topped my potato cake with avocado, sour cream, and cracked pepper. 

Complot Magazine

So this is where all the ballet after party photos end up . . .