




We went to a new authentic Mexican place. I got this hot corn-based drink. It’s basically drinking hot, really thin, smooth grits. Yes I loved it. Starch Girl. Hell, give me a cup of pasta water next.

The Caribbean Vegatarian Platter at Morgan’s Mango. You got your salad with local greens. Not much local food to be had on the island, but there is a place supplying various restaurants with local greens which are FABULOUS! There are some zesty-mustardy ones in there, but not enough to be overwhelming.
Then you got your beans, and always my favorite part, you got your fried plantains! I had some orange squash in there on the right, a pile of quinoa, a segment of an ear of corn, and looks like I had some cauliflower too.
While there wasn’t much local food around, I wish I had sought it out more and made it more of a priority. One time we DID see a couple of guys with sternos by the side of the road and a chalkboard menu hawking all the Caribbean things you’d expect. Also saw an old man selling some unusual fruit juices. Was always kicking myself for having filled up on nondescript bar offerings.

I’m being perfectly objective when I say these King Arthur cheddar scallion scones were the most delicious thing on the table on New Year’s Eve. Now please point me to the nearest insulin detox center. Good-bye 2024.

Tried a crazy new pasta shape tonight called Vesuvio.


It’s strawberry season, and my life is a picture right off a cereal box!

I’ve got some really big honkin’ radishes this year.

This lovely stir-fry I made last night with bok choy from the farmer’s market. A huge amount of bok choy for only three bucks. I guess that makes it three-buck-choy.