“2016, playing dirty, not clean.” – Drake Elated this year is over, as just about everyone is it seems. Rather than dwell on the meme-worthy awfulness of the year, I decided to take a look back at the best bits. Solo-travel watercolour sunrises on Miami Beach. Some of my fav ladies enjoying a party at…
Month: December 2016
Super Model Project: Sweet Potato Gnocchi
While most of the time a Ms. Teigan can do no wrong…this sweet potato gnocchi did. I’m not sure it’s totally CT’s fault, I just don’t eat much gnocchi. So, I’m not sure what the texture should be, how big it should be, etc. etc. (That’s what she said). Why eat gnocchi when you could…
Merry Merry
Wishing everyone the brightest day during one of the best times of the year. Thanks for reading. ❤
Baking for Santa
“Santaaaaaa! I know him!!” – Elf It’s almost that tiiiiimmmmmeeeee… Let’s check back in with Chef J and see how she’s prepping for the big man. Auntie Mayhem might have a solid idea for the evening too… M&M: Tell me about your sous chefs… Chef J: My sous chefs these days are like elves. They’re…
Super Model Project: Legendary Steak
John Legend serenaded my steak at lunch and it was everything I thought it could be. Serenade your steaks for up to 24 hours if you can. Here’s what John Legend says to throw in a bowl, more or less, modified for mayhem. 1/2 c. soy sauce 1/2 c. olive oil Zest of one lemon…
Big Pimpin’, Spreadin’ Cheese
I’m gonna say it’s a safe bet that by the time Santa gets to your house, he is going to be really over some cookies. He’s going to want salt, and protein, and probably a big glass of red to even him out. Why not make him a cheeseboard instead? Or if he does take…
Macarons vs Mayhem: Chatting with a Pro Baker
Being that it’s arguably the greatest baking holiday of the year, it’s time to get serious about your craft. Instead of taking a page from my book of wine drinking, while strewing the kitchen with flour, sugar, and other messy delights, I thought it was time you’d heard from a pro. So, without further ado,…
The One Cookie You MUST Make this Season
If you’re like me and having the most low key Christmas in the history of Christmases (just me and the ‘rents and far too much attention), it’s getting difficult to resist the urge to bake. The baking struggle was particularly aggressive as the push and pull of gingerbread vs sugar cookie is a tough battle….
Motivational Monday
Short week, guys! Hope everyone is getting a jump start on the new year and diving into a personal project or two. Have a great week!
The Super Model Project: Chicken Lettuce Wraps
In my undying excitement for her next cookbook currently in the works, I’m going to finish making my way through, Chrissy Teigan’s Cravings . Yup, a fun quest that you can track via my Super Model Project page. That’s because I will end up looking like one, right? With my own romantic John Legendesque character to taste…
Restaurant Review: Gocciolina
Oh, Research Triangle restaurants. Few and far between end up wowing and Gocciolina in Durham was set up for just that. While I wish it would have delivered, I’m also grateful not to have a new favourite spot in the middle on a lonely strip mall in a part of Durham that I’ve never seen….
Macarons and Mayhem 