Archive for May, 2009

Delighting in DeLucie

Monday, May 18th, 2009

He had me from the Author’s Note: “I apologize to those whose stories were left on the cutting-room floor.
I also apologize to those who wish their stories were left on the cutting-room floor.”
Th author is John DeLucie and I hope he’s already at work on a second book because I consumed this one [...]

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More Ms. Vy

Monday, May 11th, 2009

She shredded green papaya with amazing speed, using a funky little tool that resembles a Cub Scout craft project gone awry.
Green Papaya Salad
[ a simplified version of Ms. Vy’s}
Shred enough green papaya to measure 100 grams. of short strands.
Rinse in fresh cool water, then soak in cold water for 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
Shred a [...]

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The Fabulous Ms. Vy

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Meeting Ms. Vy — restaurateur and cooking teacher extraordinaire — was one of the highlights of our Viet Nam trip. After a delicious dinner at her newest restaurant, Morning Glory, I was looking forward to the cooking class the next day, and it didn’t disappoint.
Informative, encouraging and witty, Ms. Vy spoke [...]

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