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Alexander the Great
The Brandy Alexander cocktail had celebrity status at other times. First created as The Alexander in the 1920s, later reimagined with brandy instead of gin, as Brandy Alexander, the creamy cocktail had quite a run during the 1970s. It is purported to have been the favorite cocktail of John Lennon, for heaven’s sake! Quite a…
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Transitions
Transitioning. We’re almost at a new starting point, the new year, 2022. We are about to move from one reality to a new one. Expectations. Concerns. Fears. 2021 was a year to look forward to–a departure from lockdowns, the pandemic, business closures, supply chain struggles, grocery deliveries and drive-through everything. So much change happening so…
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Eggnog, Nog, Flip and a Holiday Tradition
Egg Nog or Eggnog or both or none. This creamy and spicy spiked concoction is typically served in a punch bowl where I live. Actually, to be completely honest, I don’t know of anyone who serves eggnog these days. But, I love it, and if you’re up for an adult milkshake, read on and give…
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Greek Salad and Seared Shrimp…Together
Dinner’s ready! At my friend Laura Bachinsky’s house recently.Photo: courtesy of Laura, owner of the fabulous MAIN & MAXWELL I like my cooking to be easy. I don’t mind a little prep work–chopping, measuring, slicing–but the assembly or method should preferably be easy enough for a busy working man, woman or college student to prepare…
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Taking Food (food on the go)
Book club, party, tailgate, impromptu gathering or picnic, I’m talking about the food that’s easy to prep, cook and travel with. It’s also fuss-free to set up and eat. Mini Caprese Salad 1 pint of grape tomatoes (red or mixed colors) washed and cut in half 1 (8 oz) packet of mini mozzarella balls or…
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From Refugee to Entrepreneur
A recent vacation to the Greek island, Kefalonia, yielded and inspiring story. Actually, it was many stories about an incredible man who sought refuge from the famine and hardship of World War II, the Greek Civil War and numerous volcanic eruptions. He and his brother left the village of Fiscardo for the Belgian Congo and…
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Imposter Syndrome Dinner
Yes, I’m owning it from the very beginning. I claim imposter syndrome for this dish that I’ve developed. Okay, not exactly imposter syndrome, but with sincere apologies to all of the Asian countries and their traditional cuisine, I present to you my Asian-Inspired Salmon with Cabbage Noodles. I am often faced with the challenge of…
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Oily Vegetables & Devilled Eggs
Gotcha! Curious, aren’t you? What a ridiculous title for a blog post and what a strange combination! But, read on. It’s not as strange as you’re thinking. Traditional Greek and Traditional Southern Combo Brunch You may have read a couple of earlier posts that reference my GrecoSoCo recipes. Greek Southern Cooking is GrecoSoCo, my spin…
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Greek Chinese Food for Breakfast
I suppose, officially, this might be called fusion cuisine, but I’m just using up vegetables that may expire soon and making breakfast. What am I talking about? Read on. I am not Chinese, so I don’t pretend that I’m an authority. According to my Chinese friend, Sunny, the regional cuisine of her native country varies…
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Eating and Drinking in Greece
In 2018 Dewey and I traveled to Greece. No matter where we went, we’d always stumble upon a restaurant with outdoor seating. We would always order a grilled fish finished with what my family calls Greek Gold. It’s a mix of good olive oil and lemon juice, often with dried oregano stirred in. The…
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the digital alias of Despina Panagakos Yeargin
