Living this adventure called life through food and travel with my friends and family. Mostly I write about food, but you may come across some subtle opinions on the way! https://www.facebook.com/memyselfandcuisine/
A month or so ago, I had something rare happen. I had the house to myself for the weekend. My wife had taken the kid off to see the Grands for a few days. On these rare occasions, I get to make whatever I want without having to worry about who is going to eat […]
Pastries go great with any meal. Donuts for breakfast. Muffins and danishes for brunch. Bread for your sandwich at lunch. And the humble yeast roll to go with your dinner. Don’t forget your cake for dessert! This looks like something my grandmother would have made. She was almost famous for cooking. Those apricots in the […]
Sandwiches are the most versatile food out there. You can stack almost anything between two pieces of bread and make something incredible. I actually saw a sandwich the other day made out of French toast. The possibilities are endless. There are people who have launched entire careers based off of the sandwich. And let’s not […]
I smoked a pork loin over the weekend, so I was inspired to write about smoked meats. This week. For some, smoked meats are a way of life. People have created entire empires based off of the life of smoked meats and barbecue. Smoked meats are also super easy make. I don’t know why I […]
Tacos are such a fantastic way to make a meal. The flavors are bold, the prep usually minimal, and it’s always a crowd pleaser. How could yo possibly go wrong? Even if it is on a pizza or in a salad, a taco is sure to bring everyone together. I don’t know why I never […]
Vincent Mandola passed away over the weekend on 07/19/20. His family reports that he was diagnosed with corona virus in March and died of heart failure on Sunday. Vincent Mandola was the owner and proprietor of the Houston Mid-Town and Montrose area favorites Nino’s and Vincent’s, along with Grapino’s and fast casual dining concept Pronto […]
Pasta is such a versatile ingredient. From soups to casseroles to traditional Italian dishes to Asian cuisine, pasta covers a lot of ground. Pasta can be made from eggs and flour or from rice. It is very easy to make. Either way, pasta creates a base to create and entire dish from. Great for summer […]
Tex Mex is one of those regional foods that knocks it out of the park. In Texas anyway, Tex Mex is a way of life. Bold flavors, creamy sauces, crispy chips, warm and delicious tortillas – sometimes all wrapped up together – you’ve got your self a good time. Friends can gather around a table […]
This week in the Weekly Favorites, I am looking at all things hamburgers! The hamburger is a classic summer food and with summer now in full swing, there is nothing better to talk about! How do you like your burger? Do you like it piled high or just a single patty? Do you like it […]
Brunch is one of my favorite meals and one of the best ways to get together with friends and family. Unfortunately, right now it is hard to get together with the people we care about. Someday soon, we can all get back out and have a meal together. Could a virtual brunch be pulled off? […]
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