Finding Bananas in the Dark

According to a new study, bananas emit a fluorescent glow when they ripen, giving monkeys in the dark jungle a clue as to where to find the choicest fruit. I love how nature provides for its creatures, in mysterious and fascinating ways.
And, in other banana news, there’s a curious product on the market [...]

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Come on Inside…

My fridge, that is.  My friend Sue was interested in buying a seeing my new fridge, and I’m so in love with it that I want you all to see it, too.
First, the exterior – the “glamour shot”:
Pretty, isn’t it?  It’s so shiny that it caught the flash from my camera. 
 And now for the piece de [...]

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Spaetzle, too

I almost forgot…
I also made homemade spaetzle with my new potato ricer and spider. It was a success! We may never have to go out to eat again. Photos and recipe coming soon…

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A Cook’s Christmas

Update 1/5: I visited Spoon & Whisk, and introduced myself to Cheryl, the owner.  She is so nice!  While I was there, I purchased the aforementioned spider, and potato ricer.  Haven’t used them yet, but I’ll keep you posted.  If you live in the area, and are in need of kitchen tools, Spoon & Whisk [...]

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