Category Archives: Tools of the Trade

Surprise Saturday Supper at Michael Mina’s RN 74, Seattle

Posted on September 24, 2013 by kelleychisholm

For me, one of the highlights of the 2013 International Food Blogger Conference this past weekend was the Saturday night surprise supper hosted by Urbanspoon. I was quite lucky to get to eat at Michael Mina’s RN74 (1433 Fourth Avenue … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Food Lovers’ Guide to Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill

Posted on November 12, 2012 by kelleychisholm

A couple of weeks ago, I stumbled upon the “Food Lovers’ Guide to Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill” (Globe Pequot Press, c2012) by Johanna Kramer. I am so thrilled that I did — what a great guide to some of … Continue reading →

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Ham, Potato and Corn Chowder, Ninja Style

Posted on November 5, 2012 by kelleychisholm

The first dish I made in my new Ninja® 3-in-1 Cooking System that I blogged about last week was a wonderful ham, potato and corn chowder. I wanted to use the Ninja’s stovetop and slow cooker modes, and since the … Continue reading →

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Product Review: Ninja® 3-in-1 Cooking System

Posted on November 1, 2012 by kelleychisholm

It’s been several weeks since I got my Ninja® 3-in-1 Cooking System and I’ve been quite happy with it so far. Before I begin this review, a couple of things: First, I am not affiliated with Ninja in any way. … Continue reading →

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Chilled Cucumber Melon Soup with Radish Celery Salsa

Posted on August 2, 2012 by kelleychisholm

I love chilled soups, especially in the heat of the summer. Usually, gazpachos come immediately to mind and that’s what I tend to order or make at home (click here for a tasty recipe I posted last summer.) However, several years … Continue reading →

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Drink of the Month, April 2012: Amaretto

Posted on April 19, 2012 by kelleychisholm

For those of you who love almonds, you’re in luck – April 19 is National Amaretto Day. Amaretto is a sweet, almond-flavored Italian liqueur, made from almond pits or apricots, sometimes both. It is normally used in mixed drinks, but … Continue reading →

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Cutting Carbs? Make Spaghetti Squash Instead of Traditional Noodles

Posted on April 8, 2012 by kelleychisholm

If you are one of the gazillion people who need to watch your carbohydrates intake, here’s a great alternative to carb-laden spaghetti noodles: Spaghetti squash. That’s right, squash. The other night Lexi wanted spaghetti with meat sauce for dinner. It had … Continue reading →

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Raleigh’s Best Potato Skins

Posted on March 29, 2012 by kelleychisholm

Potato skins are one of my favorite bar foods. Traditional skins are usually filled with bacon and cheese (who can argue with that?) and maybe some green onions or chives, with sour cream on the side. I think the first ones … Continue reading →

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Raleigh’s Best Burgers

Posted on January 3, 2012 by kelleychisholm

Give me a choice between a cheeseburger and a steak, and the burger will win nine times out of 10. In fact, the burger will usually be triumphant over most meat, with the notable exception of bacon. Earlier this year … Continue reading →

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Tip of the Week – Are You Prepared for a Disaster?

Posted on August 24, 2011 by kelleychisholm

With Hurricane Irene heading toward North Carolina, this week’s tip is about being prepared when disaster strikes. Do you have enough food and water for your family and pets in case of emergencies such as hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, ice storms, etc.? … Continue reading →

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