Category Archives: Eating

Here we celebrate the best kind of food enjoyment: eating somebody else’s cooking, whether it be in a fine dining establishment or a hole in the wall.

Trader Joe’s Jalapeño Sauce? No, gracias!

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

We are huge fans of many Trader Joe’s products. Like their aged “1000 day” Gouda, the giant bricks of semisweet chocolate and raw cashew pieces we use in our Cashew Coconut Clusters, ridiculously affordable Boatswain Ale and those pricey Cheese … Continue reading →

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Hacking Trader Joe’s Cheese Bites

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

Trader Joe’s Cheese Bites and similar products are taking the world by storm. They were one of the top trends we identified at the recent Fancy Food Show in NYC. And what’s not to love? They’re delicious, full of protein … Continue reading →

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We check out Wholesome Pantry from ShopRite

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

I agreed to sample the Wholesome Pantry line from ShopRite because I wanted to explore this chain anyway. But it turns out these products are really good! Some wicked clever food designer has picked up on the attributes people crave … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Seafood Cocktail Sauce

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

Why pay for an expensive bottle of seafood cocktail sauce that takes up room in your refrigerator, when you can make your own as needed with ingredients you already have on hand? Inspired by this recipe from Kitchn. Makes ¾ … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Chinese Takeout Sweet and Sour Pork, Hacked

Posted on August 15, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

Order sweet and sour pork at my local Chinese takeout place, and you’ll get a product that looks like the picture at the bottom of this post: individual pieces of pork battered and fried, with a tub of fluorescent sweet … Continue reading →

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Food for Thought: Indian Instant Pot Cookbook

Posted on August 13, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

[6/23. See important UPDATE at the end of this post. Please read before you cook from this book!] Our extended family includes a two-career couple with two small children and, as you might expect, they are very strapped for time. They … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Best Way Ethiopian Tibs

Posted on August 8, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

There are a LOT of recipes for Ethiopian Tibs (stir fried beef or lamb) on the web, and no two seem to be alike. The essence of the dish is chunks of tender meat in a savory sauce with onion, … Continue reading →

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100 years of little weiners at New Way Lunch

Posted on August 6, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

Last weekend was the 100th  birthday of New Way Lunch in Glens Falls, NY, and they rented the Farmers’ Market for a great big party. Highlight of the day was a hot dog eating contest, and 5 cent hot dogs … Continue reading →

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Egg Bites and more from 3 Little Pigs

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

I have long been aware of Les Trois Petits Couchons, or Three Little Pigs, a Brooklyn-based maker of charcuterie items. So when they asked me to review their products, in particular their new Sous-Vide Egg Bite, I was more than … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Easy Bhindi Masala

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

When okra is in season, make Bhindi Masala! This recipe is from Two Sleevers and they’ve really cracked the code; I have added only minor tweaks. The spice combination is the perfect balance you’re looking for in a masala and … Continue reading →

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