This Sunday was the monthly meeting of FBLA (Food Bloggers of Los Angeles). Mz. Riz and I had the lovely distinction of being the hosts for the event. The theme was our mother's food. … [Read more...]
Underground Supper Club to Benefit LFLA’s Young Literati
On May 20, 2012, Two Broads Abroad will dedicate a dinner to raising awareness for the work of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles Los Angeles – and, in particular, the Library Foundation’s Young Literati. Public libraries are among the most important institutions in American society. Via the Central Library and 72 neighborhood branches, our public library makes the whole … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chili Cake
While Nahid and I were planning our annual tarot card reading party (an excuse to eat, drink and look to the future) the Food52 Chocolate-Chili challenge appeared. I thought this would be an opportunity to try out a recipe that's been floating around in my head for a while. (I always jump at the opportunity to quiet the clamor in my brain). And so this recipe was born. I … [Read more...]
Black Bean Tomatillo Chili: Thank you Romero of El Teddy’s
This recipe is basically a walk down memory lane for me. I worked in El Teddy's, NYC back in the day as line dominatrix and on alternating nights, pastry chef. … [Read more...]
Hollywood Farmers’ Market Humor
I visit the Hollywood Farmers' Market most Sundays. I make my rounds looking for inspiration or the unusual. Sometimes I find one or the other, often both. There is a shared sense of humor that can be found at the Market as well. So I thought I'd share some of my favorites. … [Read more...]