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St. Louis Coffee

One of my earliest memories is loving the smell of coffee. My grandfather liked drinking it so we always had a pot brewing when he came over. I thought since I loved the smell of coffee, I’d love the taste … Continue reading

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Maple Brown Sugar Banana Oatmeal

This is the best oatmeal I’ve ever made in my life. I know I say things like that a lot here, but every time I say it, I mean it. I especially mean it in this case. O.m.g. Words are … Continue reading

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Squatters Café

A few weeks ago, I read about a new restaurant opening in the KDHX radio building near downtown St. Louis. It took me by surprise because usually I’m abreast of what opens and closes in the area, and I had … Continue reading

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Eggs: A Love Affair

I love eggs. There, I’ve said it. It feels a little anticlimactic because you probably already know this about me, but there it is. I’m not sure when my love affair with eggs started. When I was little, I hated … Continue reading

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Turkey Chili and Cornbread

I used to hate chili. I know I start a lot of stories here that way but it’s because it’s true. When I was little, I was kind of a picky eater. I liked everything sweet but I wasn’t a … Continue reading

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Honey Cornmeal Pancakes with Blueberry Maple Syrup

I woke up on Sunday morning excited to make these pancakes. It was one of the only things getting me out of bed. When I eat pancakes, I like them to be light and fluffy. I’m sure there are proponents … Continue reading

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Dimanche (That Means Sunday)

Welcome to the second edition of Dimanche (That Means Sunday). I’m writing this post at VB Chocolate Bar in Cottleville, Missouri, which means two things: I motivated myself enough to get dressed and leave the house, despite the fact that … Continue reading

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Maple Spice Scones

Around this time of year, I start putting maple in everything. I’m cold and bordering on seasonal depression, which makes me crave something sweet and warming. Maple syrup is my medicine. I adapted this scone recipe from 101 Cookbooks. I’m … Continue reading

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Campanelle with Roasted Cauliflower

This pasta was the product of improvisation and last minute decisions. I find that some of my best choices come from there. I knew I wanted to use a head of cauliflower that I bought at the farmers’ market over … Continue reading

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Banana Date Cardamom Smoothie

I made this banana date cardamom smoothie yesterday for breakfast and it was so good, I made it again this morning. I’m a big fan of anything that involves banana and dates together. Dates add sweetness in smoothies so then … Continue reading

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