When I visited California Pizza Kitchen (I wrote about it here), I mentioned how much I liked their White Corn Guacamole. I liked it so much, I created my own variation at home. This variation contains ingredients different than those at CPK. They use jicama and cilantro, I used neither of those. They use serrano…
Buckwheat Teff Toaster Waffles
I enjoy breakfast, it’s a huge motivator to get out of bed in the morning. I like rising early and heading to the kitchen to whip something up, something delicious, hearty and warm to start the day. And I really like making something that goes in my fancy pants toaster. But that doesn’t always happen. …
Adopt a Gluten-Free Blogger: Wheat Free Meat Free
When my physician told me I had to eliminate gluten from my diet, she said, “This is going to be a little tricky since you are vegetarian.” No way, I thought, I can do this. Surely there’s not gluten in everything I eat. My doctor was right, it was tricky. I spent most of a…
I Ate Here: California Pizza Kitchen
Update 9/1/11: As of August 25th, 2011, California Pizza Kitchen temporarily stopped serving gluten-free crust while they review preparation procedures. They are working with GIG on their procedures. I think this is a good thing, that they are working to make their procedures better instead of totally eliminating the option from their menu. I hope…
A Foodie Field Trip with Kids in KC
I went on a short Foodie Field Trip in Kansas City with my friend Renee and her kids E & A, who are 9 and 6 years old. I thought I’d share with you a few of our stops. Should you find yourself needing something to do on a super hot day with kids in…
I Ate Here: 715
Eating in a college town is always easy/easier for me, as vegetarian options are plentiful. Last week I had dinner with friends in Lawrence, Kansas at 715. While not one of the veggie-centric restaurants I frequent in Lawrence, it was a delicious dinner! My friend Deanne made the dinner reservation via OpenTable and noted that…