Flying El Al to Israel a few years ago, I was a little surprised when I saw a green salad on the breakfast menu. I thought it must be a mistake. But faced with the alternative of rubber eggs and bread made from library paste, or some god-awful pastry made entirely of sugar, white... Continue Reading →
Vegetarians at Sarino
We were the first people on the patio at the newly opened Sarino on Goss Ave., Louisville, KY. But, by the time we left, the patio was full. After all, it was seventy degrees in February. And, even in Louisville, separated from the bitter mid-western winters only by the Ohio River, a seventy degree... Continue Reading →
Vegan’s delight at Dragon King’s Daughter
Crazy Mexican-Japanese fusion with vegan overtones It was Valentine's Day. How to celebrate the love of two old hippies, whose affection remains unsullied by having children? We headed straight to Dragon King's Daughter, the best Mexican-Japanese restaurant we know of. Also the only Mexican-Japanese fusion restaurant we know of. Dragon King's Daughter has not marketed... Continue Reading →
How to make a decent vegan salad dressing
Never buy bottled again By Lynn Hamilton When I hear vegans rave about bottled salad dressings, I know they must be desperate. Back in the day, people used to tell me that Amy's green goddess dressing was the bomb. The only thing I can conclude is that making a decent salad dressing is some kind... Continue Reading →
Come Back Inn: A Historical Treasure
The crime partner came home, took one look at what I'd left on the stove, and gave me a short list of restaurants he'd rather go to than endure my cooking. I've learned not to sweat the little things. Life is too short. So we ended up at Come Back Inn, a Germantown Italian restaurant... Continue Reading →