Friday, January 30, 2009

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

i love these.

The X-Ray Art of Photographer Judith K McMillan

http://www.judithkmcmillan.com/

Sunday, January 25, 2009

Saturday, January 24, 2009

Monday, January 19, 2009

new cupcake shop in boulder!


yes, that is a chocolate bacon cupcake there on the end.

i respectfully object.

fiona AND cupcakes in the same day, lucky = me.

i like to coordinate my colors with my cupcakes.

drive to boulder. such a beautiful day. i am glad i was outside for most of it.

Saturday, January 17, 2009

mademoiselle.

lime.

going through old pictures...i dont know how i missed this one. it is a new favorite.

what's your anthem.

it all starts on tuesday. holy crap..

january.

monster love.

beware.

perfect base recipe for veggie burgers:

**I substituted fresh basil for the cilantro and I added crushed red pepper for a kick. I love this recipe because you can pretty much go anywhere with it.

Ultimate Veggie Burger Recipe

2 1/2 cups sprouted garbanzo beans (chickpeas) OR canned garbanzos, drained and rinsed
4 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 onion, chopped
Grated zest of one large lemon
1 cup micro sprouts, chopped (try brocolli, onion, or alfalfa sprouts - optional)
1 cup toasted (whole-grain) bread crumbs
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (or clarified butter)
If you are using sprouted garbanzos, steam them until just tender, about 10 minutes. Most of you will be using canned beans, so jump right in and combine the garbanzos, eggs, and salt in a food processor. Puree until the mixture is the consistency of a very thick, slightly chunky hummus. Pour into a mixing bowl and stir in the cilantro, onion, zest, and sprouts. Add the breadcrumbs, stir, and let sit for a couple of minutes so the crumbs can absorb some of the moisture. At this point, you should have a moist mixture that you can easily form into twelve 1 1/2-inch-thick patties. I err on the moist side here, because it makes for a nicely textured burger. You can always add more bread crumbs a bit at a time to firm up the dough if need be. Conversely, a bit of water or more egg can be used to moisten the batter.
Heat the oil in a heavy skillet over medium low, add 4 patties, cover, and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, until the bottoms begin to brown. Turn up the heat if there is no browning after 10 minutes. Flip the patties and cook the second side for 7 minutes, or until golden. Remove from the skillet and cool on a wire rack while you cook the remaining patties. Carefully cut each patty in half, insert your favorite fillings, and enjoy immediately.

i am entirely obsessed with this twist on guacamole recipe. it is subtle and fantastic.

recipe from 101cookbooks.com

1 small white onion
1 clove garlic, minced
4 avocados
1/2 lime
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
a few big pinches of cumin powder
a few big pinches of Indian curry powder

In a small bowl combine the onion, garlic, and avocado flesh. Take the lime and give a generous squeeze or two. Add the salt, cumin and curry powder. Give everything a good stir, but don't overdo it. Taste. Now start adjusting. Do you need a bit more lime? A bit more salt? Want a stronger curry flavor? Go for it.
Serve in a bowl with a big pile of the naan wedges on the side and a sprinkling of curry powder on top

Thursday, January 15, 2009

tea, please.

Monday, January 12, 2009

Friday, January 2, 2009

how perfect.

this was new year's day dictionary word of the day:

Word of the Day for Thursday, January 1, 2009
wanderlust \WON-der-luhst\, noun:

a strong desire to wander or travel

father, daughter.

i think i am going to get a kitty when i get back from my road trip.... she is precious!!

ohhhh, new favorite artist: chinatsu ban



this pretty much says it all:
"Ban’s beautifully crafted work features elephants and human figures floating against Japanese washi paper backgrounds or in front of candy-colored stripes. Rendered delicately and with a childlike touch, Ban’s endearing characters are frequently shown wearing underpants or tights, or stranger still, sprouting cactus plants from their heads.
Asked why she chooses elephants and underwear, the answer lies in the comfort they provide.
“These things are like talismans. It’s scary to imagine that someday I won’t exist in this world anymore. I am troubled by the urge to run away from this fear. Elephants make me feel safe. They have saved me many times, says Ban."