Taste of Cannibalism for Vegetarian in Paris
It isn’t easy to be vegetarian in Paris. I learned this the hard way with my first café lunch, Salade de gésiers confits, which I quickly discovered means salad with preserved gizzards. Why would anyone go to the trouble of preserving a gizzard, much less putting it on a lunch plate? Well, taste is a very personal thing, and as it turns out Parisians have a history of eclectic cuisine including one that trumps escargot, fois gras and whispers of horse meant: human flesh. As... Read More
Monday Bloody Mary Monday at 7 Lamps
Lying flat on the floor, I vowed to be better. It was the final shavasana of my Monday morning hot yoga class, a 90-minute detox that left me horizontal in a puddle of sweat where I earnestly vowed to live purely and healthfully from then on. That intention lasted until lunchtime; almost two whole hours. That was when I met the Kimchee Mary at Seven Lamps, and now I have seen the light. Who knew a concoction of tyku soju, kimchee, korean chili flake, sweet soy and a few other... Read More
Recipe for Success: Beet, Fennel, Fig & Cranberry-Sage
Whether we’re giving thanks for a lottery win or for more subtle gifts, this salad is a celebratory start for a feast to remember. What would you do if you won a $53,000 lottery? When Bart Potenza and Joy Pierson had the good fortune to ask themselves that question nearly two decades ago, their answer was investing in a new vegan restaurant, New York City’s Candle Cafe, and later, the more upscale Candle 79. Now it’s time for our prize: the release of the “Candle... Read More
Fire in My Belly
Today’s post combines two of Full DISHclosure’s ATL faves: the promise of new tastes from adventurous Top Chef Kevin Gillespie, and the perspective of LuxeCrush Editor Nancy Staab. She takes a First Look at Gillespie’s Fire in My Belly, a “highly idiosyncratic if not wonderfully schizophrenic cookbook that thinks nothing of offering up Coca-Cola braised pot roast using real Mexican Coca-Cola and chicken pot pie.” And we’re glad to just take her... Read More
Firing Up Food Blogs’ Best
You know what they say about necessity. Just as I started looking forward to entertaining weekend guests, who by the way are not remotely vegetarian, I realized my kitchen’s cooktop, freezer and dishwasher had stopped working in near-perfect unison. So, what’s a veganish girl with a challenged kitchen and carnivorous houseguests to do? Spend a day immersed in reading favorite blogs, of course. Thanks to the following virtual counselors’ vegan, gluten-free... Read More
Cinco de Mayo Countdown: Hot Guac!
Margaritas aren’t the only thing that make us eager to celebrate Mexican heritage. Avocados were the aphrodisiac of Aztec choice. In fact the avocado’s original name, “ahutacatl” translates to err, “testical,” so enough said. Ancient Aztec dads might have kept a close eye on their virgin daughters during an avocado harvest, but modern revelers are glad to know that these vitamin B6-rich “fruits of kings“ enhance stamina and testosterone... Read More
Cinco de Mayo Countdown: Ruboroso ‘Rita
During a particularly indulgent and somewhat girly facial, my ever-stylish friend, Frances, mentioned she’d discovered the perfect margarita. She ran the ingredients past me. Twice. And while it’s hard to take notes when relaxing with closed eyes, cultivating a rosy complexion, I managed to remember the highlights: tart grapefruit, sweet berries, bitters, basil, and of course blanco tequila. Turns out, Frances had consulted a pro, “Bartender Brandon” of Atlanta... Read More
Bravo Cabo!
I admit, when invited to Cabo San Lucas, visions of cruise ships and tourists nearly kept me inland. But that’s only because no one mentioned the intimate lunch we might have in the sustainable community of Sol del Mayo in Santiago, or the area’s best kept secret, Casiano’s spontaneous cuisine in nearby San Jose. Good thing I am a sucker for a beautiful beach. Casiano's San Jose While it’s easy to find delicious meals most anywhere, locals know Chef... Read More
Destinations Travel Magazine – Beaches of South Walton
Destinations Travel Magazine – If the idea of a family vacation in Florida conjures images of mouse ears and crowds, think again. Known as the Emerald Coast, or the Forgotten Coast, a 26-mile stretch of turquoise shoreline in South Walton County is worth remembering. Branching off Highway 98, County Road 30-A dips through white quartz sand, rare coastal dune lakes, and century-old live oaks that long ago made the area a best-kept secret for regional vacationers. But with... Read More
Stomping Grapes at 29 Spa
A winter staycation with “Stomping Grapes” massage: at $3 a minute, don’t forget to pack a sense of humor. The sky is grey. The thermometer dips to 40 degrees in Atlanta, and all we can think of is a 140-degree sauna. So we pack a bag and check into the nearby Mansion on Peachtree for a little R&R in the form of a steamy whirlpool at 29 Spa, a deep massage and a healthy dose of room service. The spa is the brainchild of Atlanta native Lydia Mondavi, who married... Read More
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