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As a child my family's menu consisted of two choices: take it or leave it. ~Buddy Hackett

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Sweet & Sour Chicken Thighs with Carrots

What’s on the docket for tomorrow night?  A Sephardic dish that is similar to one I made several years ago.  This sweet and sour dish is reminiscent of Middle Eastern and African dishes I’ve had.  This is no coincidence. Sephardic Jews (yes, this is somewhat of a Jewish dish) lived in the Mediterranean in

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Curry of Shrimp and Cauliflower

Soba noodles, shrimp, lots of fresh vegetables in my crisper…What was I to eat for dinner tonight?  I decided to create a curry of sorts.  I was in the mood for an “eastern” meal and wanted to incorporate as many veggies in as possible. I’ve been doing so well over the past few weeks

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Highland House – Mequon WI

Last night was Saturday date night.  We stopped off at Highland House in Mequon.  We’ve been here often and enjoy the casual atmosphere.  They serve decent chips and salsa.  The chips are usually sprinkled with their chili powder mix.  (A reminder of the old Dos Bandidos in Glendale, WI)  I can’t say that Highland

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