Author Archives: dishing1

Bikini Fries

One day this past summer, after a few hours helping my roommate move into her new apartment, we sauntered to a local pub for a well earned meal.  I ordered a burger and to my delight zucchini fries were an … Continue reading

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Flourless Chocolate Cake

Hey everyone!  I am finally feeling in better spirits and up to post another recipe.  These past few weeks have been busy for me in the baking realm.  There were two birthdays and a group party that I insisted on … Continue reading

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Crepes and Whipped Cream

One of my memories from my earlier trips to Japan includes marveling at the crepe displays in the local department stores. The crepes in the case were fake and glossy but looked tantalizing. Some were filled with fruit and whipped … Continue reading

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Bourbon Chicken

(Jean’s Post) Another weakness of mine is Chinese food.  I like authentic Chinese food but sadly I crave the Americanized version, especially LeeAnn Chin’s Chinese food.  It is a chain Chinese fast food restaurant here in Minnesota.  The food is … Continue reading

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Anpan

Hi Everyone!  Recently, a friend and I went to Arlington Heights to do some grocery shopping at Mitsuwa and Tentsuke, Japanese markets.  There is an amazing Japanese pastry shop, Hippo, inside Mitsuwa.  I can never resist buying at least three … Continue reading

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