Although the black beans got top billing, the olives are really key here. They add a surprising pop of saltiness that pairs well with the richness of the beans.
Cuban Black Bean Dip
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Monthly Archives: July 2010
Jeffrey Campbell aka Shoe Genius
What began as a small operation in 2000, inside his LA garage has since morphed into a shoe phenomenon.
Kashi Potato Balls
I bought this Kashi cereal recently and completely fell in love with it! The slightly sweet, nutty flavor adds a whole new dimension to plain old potatoes. Continue reading
Kasil X Taylor Jacobson
Taylor Jacobson
Rachel Zoe’s former assistant can now add designer to her resume. Since leaving Camp Zoe last Fall, Tay has been a busy little bee. Her first design project is a collaboration with Kasil denim that is being sold online at Revolveclothing.com and Tobi.com. Taylor created two unique styles; the Minx, which is ultra skinny and the Geek which is more of a loose, trouser fit.
[inside look] Taylor@Tobi.com from Scott Hammel on Vimeo.
Says Taylor “All of my jeans have matte black hardware and very little detail because I like clean lines.”
I can so appreciate this! If the design is spot-on, it doesn’t need a lot of bells and whistles.
Faux Pho
Residing in Northern VA, we have access to some of the most amazing Vietnamese cuisine you could ever imagine. I’ve been introduced to so many wonderful dishes thanks to all of the local restaurants in the area. Most people are familiar with Pho, the traditional Vietnamese soup that is known for it’s aromatic broth. The broth begins with marrow rich bones and includes spices such as cinnamon, clove, anise and ginger. It is then simmered for hours to achieve just the right balance of flavors. My version calls for beef broth and a heaping teaspoon of Chinese Five Spice which hits all of these notes but doesn’t require hours to achieve an intensely flavorful broth.