Even though I’ve been living in Manhattan for twenty years, there are still many aspects of city living to which I haven’t grown accustom. Most importantly, Halloween, served up city style. My kids have no idea what they’re missing as they’ve only lived in our concrete jungle. So, when they pass this trick-or-treat sign up in our building foyer every year, they get so excited and revved up for the big day. I, however, look the other way and cringe. I’m the one who longs for a suburban Halloween. My kids are just fine. The … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2011
Homemade Caramel Corn
October 26, 2011 By 5 Comments
With Halloween approaching, my apartment is filling up with a plethora of unopened bags of candy. I've made a vow to myself and kids that we wouldn't dip into our sweet stash before October 31st. I'm also on a quest to keep experimenting; I'm making homemade versions of otherwise not so healthy store bought goods. Today, I found myself in the kitchen making my very own batches of homemade Caramel Corn. I would never think to purchase Caramel Corn simply because it's so sugary and sweet. However, I have many fond memories of sleeping … [Read more...]
Demystifying the term “homemade”
October 24, 2011 By 9 Comments
Last week in my "Natural with Nutella" post, I was so giddy. I made three different homemade dairy-free versions of Nutella! I was convinced, even before embarking on the project, that no matter what, my version would be healthier than the purchased jar. Why? Well, because I was making it in my home. Isn't that automatically healthier? Don't laugh. For someone like me, who's still very much fumbling around the kitchen like Frankenstein, knowing some of the ingredients in a recipe has been enough to claim something … [Read more...]
Going Natural with Homemade Nutella
October 21, 2011 By 11 Comments
Last Spring we took a family trip to Paris. Besides falling in love with the splendor and beauty that often defines the city of lights, my daughter also fell in love with Nutella. Wherever we went, she’d seek out a creperie or a crepe cart on the street to order up a hot crepe, overflowing with Nutella – sometimes bananas and strawberries were mixed in too. Although Nutella tastes very chocolate-y and looks like chocolate, it’s not chocolate! It’s actually a hazelnut spread. I couldn’t wait to support her seemingly healthy Nutella habit … [Read more...]
