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		<title>BBQ Oysters &#8211; Gochujang Butter, Kimchi, Scallion</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 22:45:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>BBQ OYSTERS - KOREAN STYLE Gochujang Butter, Kimchi, Scallion Let's not pretend that these BBQ oysters will appeal to everyone. But surprisingly, those who said they were not fans of bivalve molluscs nor kimchi found themselves enjoying... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/05/bbq-oysters-gochujang-butter-kimchi-scallion/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;"><strong>BBQ OYSTERS &#8211; KOREAN STYLE</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: #000080;"><strong> Gochujang Butter, Kimchi, Scallion</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Let&#8217;s not pretend that these BBQ oysters will appeal to everyone. But surprisingly, those who said they were not fans of bivalve molluscs nor kimchi found themselves enjoying several of the Korean Style Oysters hot off the grill. At a recent party, we served Fanny Bay Pacific Oysters boldly dressed with Korean flavors &#8211; a spicy rich gochujang butter, complex kimchi, and fresh scallion. And paired with cold Hite lager to get the party has started!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;"><strong>BBQ OYSTERS &#8211; KOREAN STYLE RECIPE</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1963.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30785" alt="BBQ Oyster - Korean Style" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1963.jpg" width="574" height="383" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Fanny Bays are hefty and beautifully fluted, the meat is smooth with a clean cucumber finish. The town of Fanny Bay is located on the inner coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. They&#8217;re one of our favorites, meticulously farmed&#8230; you rarely get a bad Fanny.<br />
<a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_18621.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30784" alt="BBQ Oysters, Fanny Bay Oysters" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_18621.jpg" width="574" height="383" /></a><br />
Place rinsed cold live oysters on a hot grill, cup side down, for about 3 to 4 minutes until they pop and sizzle.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-17-at-10.05.38-AM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30796" alt="how to shuck an oyster" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-17-at-10.05.38-AM.png" width="574" height="618" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Use tongs to remove the hot oysters from the grill. Then use a folded kitchen towel to stabilize and hold an oyster, protecting the hand holding the oyster. Insert the tip of the oyster knife into the pointy end, next to the hinge. Wiggle the knife into the oyster then twist the knife to pop the shell open. Wipe the knife clean to remove any bits of shell clinging to it. Then use the knife to cut the muscle that holds the oyster meat to the shell.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">While cooked oysters are much easier to shuck than live ones, it still can be dangerous. Never point the tip of the knife toward the hand holding the oyster, as it can slip and stab your hand. Practice slanting the knife downward. A chain mesh glove can be worn for extra protection. And it might be best to save those beers for after the oysters have been shucked&#8230;</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-17-at-9.04.36-AM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30787" alt="Gochujang Butter" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-17-at-9.04.36-AM.png" width="574" height="380" /></a><br />
In a small sauce pan, melt one stick of butter then whisk in 2 T. <em>gochujuang</em> (Korean red chili paste). Let the butter cool down, whisking occasionally, to get a homogenized mixture. Keep warm, but not hot, to prevent it from separating.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1938.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30788" alt="BBQ Oyster - Korean Style, Gochujang Butter" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1938.jpg" width="574" height="813" /></a><br />
Place a mound of Kosher salt on small plates. The salt will make a stable bed to hold the fluted shells upright.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-17-at-9.22.23-AM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30786" alt="BBQ Oyster - Korean Style, Gochujang butter" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-17-at-9.22.23-AM.png" width="574" height="378" /></a><br />
Slice napa cabbage kimchi into thin ribbons. Slice scallions very thin.<br />
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Make sure to have the toppings ready to go before grilling the oysters.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1978.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30790" alt="BBQ Oyster - Korean Style, Gochujang Butter, Kimchi" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1978.jpg" width="574" height="574" /></a><br />
Top the hot shucked oysters with a dollop of warm gochujang butter. Place a small mound of kimchi on top, finish with a sprinkling of the scallions. Serve immediately. In fact, it&#8217;s fun to have a production line &#8211; as oysters are ready to come off the grill &#8211; shuck, dress, and serve them to the guests huddled around the BBQ. Each oyster cooks in its own time, depending on size, and the hot spots on the grill.</p>
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<span style="color: #000080;"><strong>SLURP HAPPY!</strong></span></p>
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		<title>Le Pique-Nique</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 18:30:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Le Pique-Nique Poached Duck Foie Gras au Torchon Pistachio Crust, Pickled Bing Cherries, Lemon Curd Lavender Fleur de Sel, Pink Peppercorns Arugula &#38; Mint Salad, French Baguette "The great thing about foie gras is that it's foie... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/05/le-pique-nique/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<em><span style="color: #666699;"><strong>Le Pique-Nique</strong></span></em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666699;"><strong> Poached Duck Foie Gras au Torchon</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: #666699;"><strong> Pistachio Crust, Pickled Bing Cherries, Lemon Curd<br />
Lavender Fleur de Sel, Pink Peppercorns</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: #666699;"><strong>Arugula &amp; Mint Salad, French Baguette</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_15601.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30755" alt="duck foie gras au torchon" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_15601.jpg" width="580" height="870" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>&#8220;The great thing about foie gras is that it&#8217;s foie gras&#8230;</em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>You don&#8217;t have to do anything to it. It&#8217;s a luxury on its own,<br />
and your job is to try to make it show what it really is.&#8221;</em><br />
&#8211; Thomas Keller</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1542.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30690" alt="Foie Gras au Torchon" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1542.jpg" width="580" height="387" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">What is served cold and completely overindulgent? Poached Duck Foie Gras au Torchon.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">A whole lobe of duck liver is wrapped in the same muslin torchon in which it had been poached.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Torchon</em> means &#8220;dish towel&#8221; in French,<br />
and is the perfect vehicle for transporting foie gras to <em>le pique-nique. </em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Simply remove the torchon and slice the foie gras into discs, then roll the edges in pistachio nuts.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666699;"><strong>Lavender Fleur de Sel</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1404.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30697" alt="roses and lavender" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1404.jpg" width="580" height="387" /></a><br />
I mixed fleur de sel with dried lavender buds, then added a few fresh lavender flowers from my garden.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1674.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30691" alt="Lavender Fleur de Sel" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1674.jpg" width="580" height="387" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">A few grains of lavender salt sit atop the slices of foie gras. Are we in Provence yet?</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1751.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30696" alt="Foie Gras au Torchon" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1751.jpg" width="580" height="870" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">With expert instruction from Thomas Keller, the dish is minimally garnished.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Chopped pistachios cling to the outer layer of duck fat while tart pickled cherries and<br />
sweet lemon curd add balance.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Pink peppercorns picked right off the tree harmonize with the lavender salt.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Arugula and mint are tossed with a little olive oil and add fresh bright earthy notes. It is extraordinary. Really.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1690.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30727" alt="pistachio crusted foie gras" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1690.jpg" width="580" height="870" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">The cold torchon is gently warmed by the sun. Now this is certainly picnic food!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Hold it in your mouth and let it melt on the tongue. Exquisitely creamy. Pure bliss.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">It&#8217;s served with a French baguette and gluten-free breadsticks for my gluten-free friend.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1791.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30743" alt="lavender" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1791.jpg" width="580" height="870" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666699;"><strong>Thomas Keller&#8217;s Pickled Cherry Recipe</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">24 bing cherries</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1/2 c. red wine vinegar</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1/4 c. water</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1/4 c. sugar</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_14091.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30693" alt="pickled bing cherries" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_14091.jpg" width="580" height="870" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Place cherries,vinegar, water, and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a simmer.<br />
Immediately remove from heat.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Cool the cherries then refrigerate them in the pickling liquid for a few hours, or up to several days.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #666699;">Wines</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1456.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30704" alt="foie gras picnic" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1456.jpg" width="580" height="387" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Bieler Pere et Fils Rosé, Coteaux d&#8217;Aix en Provence and Sweet Botrytis Sémillon</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">A pink wine to quaff in the bright picnic sun, a sweet sémillon to mimic a Sauternes.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1746.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30695" alt="Foie Gras au Torchon" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1746.jpg" width="580" height="387" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Disarmingly delectable, it&#8217;s time to indulge!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #666699;">Creative Cooking Crew Picnic</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1710.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30674" alt="le pique-nique" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1710.jpg" width="580" height="387" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">The <strong>Creative Cooking Crew</strong> is a group of 24 innovative food bloggers hosted by<br />
Laz of <a href="http://www.lazarocooks.com/">Lazaro Cooks!</a> and Joan of <a href="http://foodalogue.com/">FOODalogue</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Each month brings a new culinary challenge with a round-up of all the entries posted at the end of the month. Although there is no real judging and the challenges are all just for fun, we take pride in sharing our entries, pushing our culinary limits.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/207625_4235686176392_84376449_n.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30340" alt="ccc" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/207625_4235686176392_84376449_n.jpg" width="300" height="300" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> “We’re going on a picnic and I’m bringing …”</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">FOIE GRAS</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">May’s challenge is a picnic potluck. Everyone brings a dish and our host Joan will set the table with all the offerings in the round-up on May 22nd.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">We&#8217;ll put our creative spin on a traditional picnic item, a family favorite, or we&#8217;ll create a gourmet picnic item just in time for readers to get ideas for upcoming Memorial Day picnics.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">And be sure to check out the Creative Cooking Crew’s PINTEREST BOARD <a href="http://pinterest.com/joan_nova/creative-cooking-crew/">here</a> for colorful inspiration!</p>
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		<title>Grilled Scallop Sliders &#8211; Banh Mi Style</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 18:01:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Scallop "Banh Mi" Sliders Grilled Jumbo Sea Scallop on a Mini Crescent Bun Pickled Carrot, Radish, and Red Onion Fresh Cucumber, Jalapeño, and Cilantro Sriracha Mayonnaise The original idea was to grill some gorgeous scallops and build a... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/05/grilled-scallop-sliders-banh-mi-style/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Scallop &#8220;Banh Mi&#8221; </strong></span><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Sliders</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong> Grilled Jumbo Sea Scallop on a Mini Crescent Bun</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: #808080;"><strong> Pickled Carrot, Radish, and Red Onion</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Fresh Cucumber, Jalapeño, and Cilantro<br />
Sriracha Mayonnaise</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The original idea was to grill some gorgeous scallops and build a petite sandwich in the style of the super-popular Vietnamese Banh Mi. My dilemma was how to make a scallop slider with the correct balance of bread-to-scallop. Slider buns or rolls can readily be purchased at the supermarket or bakery. But those buns are still way too big to fit a single sea scallop. After many phone calls to my friends (bakers and chefs), I decided to try manipulating Pillsbury® Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls. Baking from scratch was not an option, as I was teaching a Cooking Class highlighting grilling (not baking). And it was important that the participants be able to easily re-create all the dishes.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">I unwound the individual rolls, cut the dough in half, then reshaped and baked it for 12 minutes. Voila! The result: perfect scallop-sized buns. Just before serving, the mini buns were sliced, both sides of the interior brushed with a bit of butter, then toasted.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Dry pack, wild caught Atlantic sea scallops have a sweet, rich buttery taste. They contain no preservatives or additives and do not ooze liquid during the cooking process, unlike wet scallops that have been soaked in a phosphate solution. The scallops are simply tossed in olive oil with a bit of sea salt and fresh ground pepper, then grilled on the BBQ using a grill pan over high heat for about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Simple, smoky, and sumptuous!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Grilled Scallop Sliders &#8211; Banh Mi Style Recipe</strong></span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Grilled Scallop Sliders &#8211; Banh Mi Style:</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>jumbo sea scallops</li>
<li>mini crescent buns</li>
<li>sriracha mayonnaise</li>
<li>seedless cucumber, thinly sliced</li>
<li>jalapeno, thinly sliced</li>
<li>cilantro, whole leaves</li>
<li>carrot, sliced into ribbons with vegetable peeler</li>
<li>radish, thinly sliced</li>
<li>red onion, thinly sliced</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Pickled Carrot, Red Onion, Radish:</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li> 1 1/2 c. apple cider vinegar</li>
<li>1/4 c. water</li>
<li>1/4 c. sugar</li>
<li>1 T. Kosher salt</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Boil vinegar with water, sugar, and salt. Stir until sugar and salt are dissolved. Let cool slightly. Place carrot ribbons, red onion, and radish into separate glass jars. Pour vinegar mixture over the vegetables. When mixture comes to room temperature, cover and refrigerate overnight or longer.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To Assemble:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Prep all ingredients, grill the scallops last.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Spread sriracha mayonnaise on the toasted buns.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Layer cucumber, carrot, radish, cilantro, jalapeno, red onion.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Grill scallops then assemble the sliders. Use a decorative pick to secure sandwich and serve immediately.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Thank You!</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1174.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30593" alt="scallop sliders, bahn mi sliders" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_1174.jpg" width="575" height="575" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">We demonstrated these sliders as one of the dishes at a really fun Cooking Class Fundraiser last weekend. They were a big hit &#8211; with all the flavors, textures, colors, and adorable size &#8211; of course they were!</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Extending a very special thank you to super-gracious hosts Tracy &amp; John, all the enthusiastic participants, and to my awesome talented team:  FA, Jon, and Marlene. You rock!</p>
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		<title>Ideas for Personalizing Mother&#8217;s Day</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2013 07:01:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Mother's Day]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[overnight egg casserole]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>I’m thrilled to be a contributing columnist for our local paper Random Lengths News, which covers the Harbor Area of Los Angeles, where I write about food and entertaining.The following is the column I wrote for Mother's Day. Personalizing... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/05/ideas-for-personalizing-mothers-day/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><em>I’m thrilled to be a contributing columnist for our local paper Random Lengths News, which covers the Harbor Area of Los Angeles, where I write about food and entertaining.The following is the column I wrote for Mother&#8217;s Day.</em></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Personalizing Mother&#8217;s Day</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">It&#8217;s no secret that Mother&#8217;s Day is the busiest day of the year for U.S. restaurants. Take mom out for a nice meal, give her the day off from cooking and cleaning, what a treat! But if you would like to make the day festive and <b><i>personal</i></b>, try these tips for “Making Mother&#8217;s Day Special” starting her day by fixing breakfast or brunch. And {hint} you can still take her out for dinner!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0350.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30539" alt="brunch strata" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0350.jpg" width="570" height="709" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Prepare a fresh and easy brunch that is on the healthier side. The menu includes a light egg &amp; cheese strata, fresh fruit parfait, with juice, and coffee or tea. The strata provides a delightful savory element, while the parfait adds a sweet note.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0520.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30540" alt="strawberry yogurt parfait" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0520.jpg" width="570" height="855" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Dads and kids can pull this lovely menu together without too much effort. The strata (aka overnight egg casserole) is prepped the night before then easily baked in the morning. Kids can help layer fresh fruit and yogurt for a colorful presentation. Serve juice with a strawberry perched on the rim of the glass for an elegant touch.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Make it personal by adding mom’s favorite ingredients to the strata. Does she like ham, asparagus, mushrooms, broccoli? If she likes spicy, serve the strata with salsa on the side. Make the fresh fruit parfaits with the fruits mom likes best.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0276.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30551" alt="Mother's Day Table Setting" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0276.jpg" width="570" height="380" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">She will feel special when you pay attention to detail. Set a pretty table with her favorite theme or colors and flowers. Carnations have been the symbol of Mother’s Day for over a century. Why not mix carnations with her most cherished flower? In addition to one arrangement, add a bud vase with a single flower at each place setting. She will be charmed!</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Pull on her heartstrings by placing small, framed pictures of your family around the table.  Set the mood by playing mom’s favorite music in the background. And don’t forget to tell her how much you love and appreciate her. Be sure to write your own special message to her in a card.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Lastly, make sure mom relaxes while the whole family pitches in to clean up…leaving her very proud and the kitchen &#8211; spotless!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0237.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30541" alt="strata recipe" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0237.jpg" width="570" height="855" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Light Egg &amp; Cheese Strata Recipe (serves 4 &#8211; 6)</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>3 c. cubed dense crusty white bread</li>
<li>5 large eggs</li>
<li>2 c. low-fat milk</li>
<li>1  t. dry mustard</li>
<li>3/4  t. salt</li>
<li>fresh ground pepper, a few grinds</li>
<li>1 c. grated reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, or mom’s favorite cheese</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Whisk eggs, milk, mustard, salt &amp; pepper together in a large bowl. Place bread in a greased medium-sized baking dish, top with cheese. Pour egg mixture over the bread. If using, add mom’s favorite ingredients (see below). Gently mix it all together, cover, and refrigerate overnight.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Additional Ingredient Ideas:</p>
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li>2 c. cubed ham</li>
<li>2 c. blanched asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2” pieces</li>
<li>2 c. sautéed sliced mushrooms</li>
<li>2 c. steamed sliced broccoli florets</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Use a single ingredient, or a combination adding up to 2 cups.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0345-2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30560" alt="broccoli strata, overnight egg casserole" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0345-2.jpg" width="570" height="380" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Cook the strata, uncovered, in a pre-heated 350 degree oven for 55 to 60 minutes so that the top is a nice golden brown and the custard is set. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0509.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30543" alt="strawberry parfait recipe" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0509.jpg" width="570" height="380" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Light Fresh Fruit Parfait Recipe</p>
<ul>
<li style="text-align: justify;">fresh fruit</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">jam, preserves, or marmalade</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">lemon or lime</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">non-fat Greek yogurt (vanilla or plain)</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">mint sprig for garnish</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-02-at-8.27.20-PM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30556" alt="strawberry parfait" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-02-at-8.27.20-PM.png" width="570" height="504" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Slice mom’s favorite fresh fruit into bite sized-pieces. In a medium pan, heat enough jam to generously coat the fruit. When the jam has melted, stir in fruit plus a hearty squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice, then chill slightly.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0641.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30578" alt="Brunch parfait" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_0641.jpg" width="570" height="855" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Using clear glasses, alternate yogurt with fruit in layers to make a parfait. Garnish with a mint sprig. (We all really liked the combination of fresh strawberries with orange marmalade and lime juice).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-02-at-7.30.53-PM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30545" alt="Mother's Day Flowers" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Screen-Shot-2013-05-02-at-7.30.53-PM.png" width="570" height="617" /></a></p>
<p>Love You Ma! Happy Mother’s Day!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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		<title>Molecular Mignardise: Chocolate &amp; Olive Oil Powder</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:15:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Molecular Mignardise Hand-Broken 85% Cacao Dark Bitter Chocolate Olive Oil Powder, Olive Oil, Raw Cacao Nibs, Fleur de Sel One last little sweet bite to seal the deal, to say goodnight to a grand meal that is now only a memory. The French... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/04/molecular-mignardise-chocolate-olive-oil-powder/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<em><strong>Molecular Mignardise</strong></em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Hand-Broken 85% Cacao Dark Bitter Chocolate</strong><br />
<strong> Olive Oil Powder, Olive Oil, Raw Cacao Nibs, Fleur de Sel</strong></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">One last little sweet bite to seal the deal, to say goodnight to a grand meal that is now only a memory. The French have a name for these bites: <em>mignardises. </em>Usually tiny but elaborate, often consisting of many types or flavors, like <i>pâtes de fruits </i>and miniature <i>macarons. </i></p>
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<div id="attachment_30486" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 385px"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/MG_5043.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-30486" alt="mignardises" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/MG_5043.jpg" width="375" height="375" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">mignardises</p></div>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In a tradition dating back to 18th-century France, pastry chefs would end their workday by placing small treats in the ovens to cook in the residual heat leftover from a day of baking. The name <i>mignardise</i> comes from the Old French word &#8221;mignard,&#8221; describing something dainty, graceful, delicate.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Home cooks can easily offer a playful parting gesture from their kitchen too, creating a final impression and allowing the pleasure of the meal to linger&#8230;and it only takes about 5 minutes!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Molecular Mignardise Recipe</strong></p>
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Break dark chocolate into irregular bite-sized pieces.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Combine 1/4 c. tapioca maltodextrin with 1 T. top quality fruity olive oil.<br />
Blend together until it becomes a powder.<br />
Add more tapioca maltodextrin to get a powdery consistency, if necessary.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Organic tapioca maltodextrin can be ordered online. It is a flavorless food-grade dextrose made from tapioca. In molecular gastronomy circles, it is used to turn oil into powder. When the powder hits the mouth, it bewilders the diner by reconstituting back to oil!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Drizzle olive oil onto serving platter.<br />
Arrange chocolate pieces over the olive oil.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Drizzle a few drops of olive oil onto the chocolate pieces.<br />
Top with a sprinkling of <em>fleur de del</em> and raw cacao nibs.<br />
Use a spider or coarse mesh sieve to sprinkle olive oil powder over the chocolate.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Serve these intriguing little bites at the very end of a meal to delight your guests~<br />
with coffee, espresso, or a snifter of your favorite spirit.</p>
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		<title>Swiss Chard Falafel Burger</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:22:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Swiss Chard Falafel Burger Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado, Hummus On a Toasted Ciabatta Roll Besides the obvious, BLT stands for Bistro Laurent Tourondel. This French Chef and his restaurant empire were my inspiration for our monthly Cooking... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/04/swiss-chard-falafel-burger/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Swiss Chard Falafel Burger</strong><br />
<strong> Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado, Hummus</strong><br />
<strong> On a Toasted Ciabatta Roll</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Besides the obvious, <strong>BLT</strong> stands for <strong>B</strong>istro <strong>L</strong>aurent <strong>T</strong>ourondel. This French Chef and his restaurant empire were my inspiration for our monthly Cooking Club challenge to build a sandwich around three ingredients that start with the letters&#8230;BLT, other than bacon, lettuce, and tomato.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">I did attempt to follow the challenge rules, but my combinations of B, L, and T foods were uninspiring. And I simply cannot share something here on <em>Taste With The Eyes</em> that I don&#8217;t consider fabulous in one way or another. So I turned to a cookbook on my shelf <em>BLT Bistro Laurent Tourondel</em> for help. The Chef melds classic French bistro fare with the American steakhouse style. He poetically reinterprets the dishes in an uncomplicated manner with flavor and flair.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The idea for my reinterpreted BLT sandwich comes from a different source however, an item on his menu at restaurant <em>BLT Burger</em> in Las Vegas, called a Veggie Falafel. I had no idea what ingredients were in his falafel, but it was wonderfully green! With lettuce, tomato, avocado, and hummus. So, here I present my version&#8230;a Swiss Chard Falafel Burger.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Now, why go through all the trouble to make a superior vegetarian burger then add bacon to the sandwich? Why indeed. Vegetarian friends will love this swiss chard falafel burger, and why not add bacon for my carnivorous friends who believe bacon makes everything better. <em>Which one are you?</em></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">The <strong>Creative Cooking Crew</strong> is a group of 24 innovative food bloggers hosted by Laz of <a href="http://www.lazarocooks.com/">Lazaro Cooks!</a> and Joan of <a href="http://foodalogue.com/">FOODalogue</a>. Each month brings a new culinary challenge with a round-up of all the entries posted at the end of the month. Although there is no real judging and the challenges are all just for fun, we take pride in sharing our entries, pushing our culinary limits.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">My apologies to the Club for not following the rules &#8220;to the letter.&#8221; Please stop by Laz&#8217;s blog on April 29th to view all the imaginative interpretations of a BLT sandwich. And be sure to check out the Creative Cooking Crew’s PINTEREST BOARD <a href="http://pinterest.com/joan_nova/creative-cooking-crew/">here</a> for visual inspiration!</p>
<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>BLT Swiss Chard Falafel Burger Recipe</strong></div>
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<ul>
<li>2 large swiss chard leaves, de-stemmed</li>
<li>1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed &amp; drained</li>
<li>small handful each of fresh parsley and dill</li>
<li>1/2 medium onion, rough chopped</li>
<li>2 garlic cloves</li>
<li>1 t. ground cumin</li>
<li>1/2 t. salt</li>
<li>1/2 t. red pepper flakes</li>
<li>2 T. panko</li>
<li>1 T. flour</li>
<li>1 t. baking powder</li>
</ul>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Cook chard in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and squeeze out excess water. Place chard in the bowl of a food processor along with garbanzo beans, herbs, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes. Process until all the ingredients are blended, but still a bit chunky.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Sprinkle panko, flour, and baking powder over the mixture. Process briefly until the mixture comes together, pulling away from the sides and forming a ball.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-23-at-5.28.38-PM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30348" alt="BLT Burger" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-23-at-5.28.38-PM.png" width="574" height="599" /></a><br />
Form the dough into patties and fry in canola oil over medium heat until the exterior is browned and crispy, and the interior is hot.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_0135.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30339" alt="swiss chard falafel burger" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_0135.jpg" width="575" height="383" /></a><br />
To assemble: brush split ciabatta rolls with olive oil and toast until golden. Spread hummus on the bread. Top the bottom piece with a swiss chard falafel burger. Then layer bacon, tomato, avocado, and green leaf lettuce.</p>
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And we served these awesome sandwiches with Samuel Adams <strong>B</strong>oston<strong> L</strong>ager <strong>T</strong>onight&#8230;</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><em>*Friends, feel free to share your ideas for a fantastic B-L-T sandwich in the comment section.</em></p>
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		<title>Un-boring Oatmeal</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:45:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Oatmeal Topped with Non-Fat Greek Yogurt Toasted Quinoa, Dried Blueberries, Sunflower Seeds, Blue Agave Nectar Would you rather eat farm fresh poached eggs and thick smoky bacon? Me too. But part of my heart-healthy regimen includes oatmeal for... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/04/un-boring-oatmeal/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Oatmeal Topped with Non-Fat Greek Yogurt</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Toasted Quinoa, Dried Blueberries, Sunflower Seeds, Blue Agave Nectar</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Would you rather eat farm fresh poached eggs and thick smoky bacon? Me too. But part of my heart-healthy regimen includes oatmeal for breakfast several times a week. And that gets boring. Quite. Boring. In looking for healthy ways to jazz it up, I put together this combination of toppings &#8211; tangy yogurt, toasty quinoa, nutty sunflower seeds, intense wild berries, and mildly sweet blue agave nectar. It was a delightful way start to the day.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_9886.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30297" alt="oatmeal, toasted quinoa" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_9886.jpg" width="580" height="870" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Toasted Quinoa</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Toast a couple teaspoons of uncooked quinoa in a hot dry skillet, shaking occasionally, until the quinoa is browned and has a nutty aroma, about 2 minutes. In addition to the toasty flavors, this quinoa adds a nice crunchy texture which complements the chewy little berries.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Top hot oatmeal with a scoop of non-fat Greek yogurt, dried blueberries, raw sunflower seeds, toasted quinoa, and a drizzle of blue agave nectar.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Good morning! Bonjour! Buenas dias!</strong></span></p>
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		<title>A Smoky Old-School Korean Bar (in LA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>I don't pretend to be an expert on the Korean pub scene, in fact I've only been to this one. But here, my older brother Bill and I were transported to what I imagine to be a secret hideaway in a back alley somewhere in Seoul. He served in the... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/04/a-smoky-old-school-korean-bar-in-la/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">I don&#8217;t pretend to be an expert on the Korean pub scene, in fact I&#8217;ve only been to this one. But here, my older brother Bill and I were transported to what I imagine to be a secret hideaway in a back alley somewhere in Seoul. He served in the military in Korea and was happy to accompany me as I reviewed  a dozen restaurants for a Korean restaurant publication. We began our experience at Dan Sung Sa with a complimentary seaweed soup, perhaps served for drinking stamina? And positively addictive shoestring potatoes curiously sprinkled with sugar.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.23.49-PM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30173" alt="dansungsa korean pub" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.23.49-PM.png" width="574" height="437" /></a><br />
We were warned that Dan Sung Sa is not easy to find. It has no exterior signage in English, adding to the mystery and charm.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Dan Sung Sa<br />
3317 W. 6th St.<br />
Koreatown, Los Angeles, CA</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This is a bar. Trippy, authentic, hip, smoky. We loved it. Definitely not a fine dining establishment by any means. If you are looking for a place to imbibe and experience what could be Seoul&#8217;s cultural underbelly, this is the place. We drank Hite and soju, we ate esoteric <em>ahn-joo</em>. The service fit the atmosphere, the music was perfect. By the way &#8211; it was smoky&#8230;and not just from the grill.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.29.50-PM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30174" alt="hite and soju at dang sung sa" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.29.50-PM.png" width="574" height="619" /></a><br />
Soju is a Korean distilled beverage, traditionally made from rice, which tastes similar to vodka with a slightly sweet finish. We enjoyed the soju neat, with a chaser of Hite beer, a clean pale lager.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_7859.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30178" alt="kim mari, crystal noodle seaweed wraps" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_7859.jpg" width="575" height="863" /></a><br />
Cute-looking crystal noodle seaweed wraps were in the shape of  little dumbbells. These <em>kim mari</em> are filled with <em>jap chae</em> noodles, the sauce is spicy and pairs well with cold beer.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_7865.JPG.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30179" alt="korean skewers, korean pub food" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_7865.JPG.jpg" width="575" height="383" /></a><br />
My easy-going brother didn&#8217;t mind that I ordered authentic pub food: skewers of chicken gizzards, pork belly, ginko nuts.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.34.54-PM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30180" alt="dan sung sa korean restaurant" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.34.54-PM.png" width="574" height="381" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Forget that you&#8217;re on 6th Street in LA, and imagine that you are in Seoul. <em>Dansungsa</em> is named after Korea&#8217;s first cinema, it&#8217;s decor features period posters highlighting classic Korean films.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_7872.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30181" alt="pa jeon, korean scallion pancake" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_7872.jpg" width="575" height="863" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The <em>haemul pajeon</em>, a seafood scallion pancake goes best with <em>makkoli</em> (a milky rice wine).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.39.05-PM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30182" alt="dan sung sa korean restaurant" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.39.05-PM.png" width="574" height="507" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The lighting and wood furnishings, flags, wall art and graffiti help to convince us that we have traveled afar. We watch the women grill chicken feet and frog &#8220;back&#8221; leg skewers in the hazy open central kitchen.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_7877.JPG.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30183" alt="dansungsa korean pub" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_7877.JPG.jpg" width="575" height="383" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Honestly, I&#8217;m not sure it would be as fun if you don&#8217;t imbibe&#8230;at least just a little.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.50.23-PM.png"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30187" alt="Dan sung sa" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-14-at-6.50.23-PM.png" width="574" height="437" /></a><br />
If you want to take a trip without flying for hours over the Pacific, go! Go, definitely go to this <em>pojangmacha</em> (Korean gastropub) in Los Angeles!<em><br />
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		<title>mind-blowing appetizer: kimchi jeon (kimchi pancake)</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Apr 2013 15:30:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>kimchi pancake / kimchi jeon  김치전 I'm obsessed with a pancake. Korean Kimchi Jeon. How does a simple combination of flour &#38; water plus kimchi produce such a sublime pancake? It is kimchi's spicy, salty, sweet, sour, bitter, umami,... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/04/mind-blowing-appetizer-kimchi-jeon-kimchi-pancake/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<strong>kimchi pancake / kimchi jeon </strong></p>
<h1 style="text-align: center;"><strong>김치전</strong></h1>
<p style="text-align: justify;">I&#8217;m obsessed with a pancake. <strong><em>Korean Kimchi Jeon.</em></strong> How does a simple combination of flour &amp; water plus kimchi produce such a sublime pancake? It is kimchi&#8217;s spicy, salty, sweet, sour, bitter, umami, fermented flavors when added to a basic pancake batter that result in an extraordinary snack. Complex in flavor with textures ranging from chewy to crispy and a delightful orange-hue, guests can&#8217;t get enough of this popular <em>ahn-joo.</em></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">With a jar of kimchi in the refrigerator and the rest of the ingredients pretty much standard pantry items, in 15 minutes or so I can serve a mind-blowing appetizer. Pair with cold beer or <em>makkoli</em> (rice wine) to get the party started!</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Two ways to enjoy ~ choose either the partially burnt caramelized kimchi pancake or the crispy/chewy version ~ same ingredients, different method.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>kimchi pancake recipe #1 crispy/chewy version</strong></p>
<p>Ingredients:</p>
<p>1 c. all purpose flour<br />
1/4 c. rice flour<br />
1/2 t. baking powder<br />
1/2 t. baking soda<br />
1/4 t. garlic powder<br />
1/4 t. onion powder<br />
1/4 t. salt<br />
1 c. cold water<br />
1/4 c. kimchi juice<br />
1 1/2 c. napa cabbage kimchi (finely or coarsely chopped, depending on recipe)<br />
canola oil for frying</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">To make the batter, mix all the dry ingredients together in a medium-sized bowl. Whisk in the water. Add kimchi juice and whisk until the batter is completely blended and there are no lumps. The batter should be of medium-light consistency, not too thick, add a bit more water if necessary. This amount of batter makes about three pancakes depending on the size of the pan.</p>
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Fold finely chopped kimchi into the batter.<br />
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Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add canola oil to the pan. When the oil is hot, ladle in the batter. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the bottom is a nice golden brown. Then flip the pancake and cook the other side, adding a bit more oil if necessary. If the exterior is browning too quickly for the interior to cook, turn the heat down to medium. Let cool slightly then cut the pancake into wedges and serve with dipping sauce.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>kimchi pancake recipe #2 caramelized version</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The second version uses coarsely chopped kimchi. The kimchi is sautéed, then the batter is ladled over the kimchi, producing a crispy pancake where the sugar in the kimchi caramelizes to delectable burnt bits.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_96421.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-30093" alt="saute kimchi" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IMG_96421.jpg" width="580" height="387" /></a><br />
Saute coasrely chopped kimchi in a bit of canola oil for a few minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a little more canola oil to the perimeter of the pan. When the oil is hot, ladle batter over the kimchi, tilting the pan to distribute the batter. Cook 4 to 5 minutes until the bottom is browned and the kimchi is caramelized, then flip and cook the other side.</p>
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Dipping Sauce</p>
<p>3 T. low-sodium soy sauce<br />
2 T. seasoned rice wine vinegar<br />
1 T. toasted sesame oil<br />
a few shakes of sesame seeds<br />
a few shakes of gochugaru (red pepper powder)</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>kimchi jeon &amp; beer</strong></p>
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happy.  hour.</p>
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		<title>THE BRISKET KID: 10-year-old makes world&#8217;s most tender brisket!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:49:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lori Lynn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>THE BRISKET KID This kid has helped cook the Passover brisket since he was 4-years-old. Now with six years of experience under his belt, he has delivered 15 lbs. of the most tender, delectable brisket by himself! And I couldn't be more proud of... <a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/2013/04/the-brisket-kid-10-year-old-makes-worlds-most-tender-brisket/">Read more</a></p>]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>THE BRISKET KID</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This kid has helped cook the Passover brisket since he was 4-years-old. Now with six years of experience under his belt, he has delivered 15 lbs. of the most tender, delectable brisket by himself! And I couldn&#8217;t be more proud of my nephew, bravo Stone!</p>
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<div id="attachment_30017" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 584px"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-09-at-7.25.58-AM.png"><img class="size-full wp-image-30017" alt="Chef Stone 2007" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-09-at-7.25.58-AM.png" width="574" height="601" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Chef Stone 2007</p></div>
<div id="attachment_30018" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 584px"><a href="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-09-at-7.14.11-AM.png"><img class="size-full wp-image-30018" alt="Chef Stone 2013" src="http://www.tastewiththeeyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Screen-Shot-2013-04-09-at-7.14.11-AM.png" width="574" height="506" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Chef Stone 2013</p></div>
<p>THE BRISKET KID&#8217;S RECIPE SERVES 30 +</p>
<ul>
<li>15 lbs. beef brisket (three 5 lb. briskets)</li>
<li>8 medium yellow onions, sliced</li>
</ul>
<p>SAUCE</p>
<ul>
<li>5 cans tomato sauce 15 oz.</li>
<li>4 packets dried onion soup mix (usually 2 to a box)</li>
<li>1  1/2 T. ground ginger</li>
<li>2 T. garlic powder</li>
<li>2 t. ground pepper</li>
<li>2 c. Kosher dry red wine</li>
<li>1/4 c. wheat-free low-sodium tamari</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Combine all the sauce ingredients in a large bowl. (If your family does not eat soy products on Passover, substitute 2 t. sea salt for the tamari).</p>
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Rinse and dry the brisket with paper towels. Season with Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper. Place brisket under the broiler to get a nice caramelization on both sides.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Arrange the briskets in the baking pans with the fat side up. Then cover the briskets with the sliced onions, ladle sauce over the onions.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Cover tightly with heavy duty aluminum foil. (Tent the foil if necessary to keep the tomato onion mixture from touching the foil). Cook in a 275° &#8211; 300° oven for 6 to 8 hours until the brisket is super-tender.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Remove the brisket from the oven and let cool to room temperature, cover and refrigerate overnight.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">The next day remove the cold brisket from the sauce. Peel off the fat cap.  Slice against the grain.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Arrange meat slices in a baking dish and ladle the sauce and onions back over the meat <em>and</em> between the slices. Getting the sauce between the slices is important! Cover with foil. Now the brisket is ready to reheat later.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Stone recommends our horseradish potato cakes with his brisket!</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Cook 5 lbs. skin-on red rose potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain, letting steam escape. Mash with a potato masher. Add olive oil, prepared horseradish, whole-grain mustard, salt, pepper, chopped parsley and chives. Use an ice cream scoop to form individual cakes on a greased baking sheet. Press down on the potato cakes to form medallions. Brush with olive oil and heat under the broiler until the tops are nicely browned.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Reheat the brisket in a 325° oven. (The brisket can be reheated during the seder). To serve, arrange the brisket and sauce on platters, garnish with parsley.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Bon Appetit!</strong></p>
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