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Category Archives: CONDIMENTS

PARADISE COVE MALIBU CALIFORNIA

Nice is a word that applies. Easy-going too, and comfortably uncrowded (except on gorgeous-weather weekends and holidays). In fact, Paradise Cove on the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, just might be the best-kept-secret sunshine place for L.A. families and friends to enjoy a beach/cafe experience without the razzle, dazzle hoopla of Hollywood or a touristy […]

Posted 06 December 2014 † Susan Manlin Katzman § APPETIZERS § BARS § BEACH § BEVERAGES § CALIFORNIA § LOS ANGELES § MALIBU § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § SALADS § SAUCES § TRAVEL ‡ Comments Off on PARADISE COVE MALIBU CALIFORNIA ° Tagged: , , , , , , ,

Tongabezi, Victoria Falls, Sweet Potato Jam, Zambian Beans

  Let’s cut to the chase. Victoria Falls is certainly worth a visit. Called the world’s largest sheet of falling water and deemed one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a bucket-list must-see.   But to those who love distinctive hotels, resorts, and other accommodations, Victoria Falls […]

Posted 14 March 2014 † Susan Manlin Katzman § ACCOMMODATIONS § AFRICA § BREAKFAST § RECIPES § RESORTS § SIDE DISHES § TRAVEL § ZAMBIA ‡ Comments Off on Tongabezi, Victoria Falls, Sweet Potato Jam, Zambian Beans ° Tagged: , , , , , ,

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL, CLINTON PRESIDENTIAL CENTER, THE CAPITAL HOTEL, PIMENTO CHEESE AND SPICED PECANS

Central, Clinton, Capital and cheese, the centerpieces of contemporary Little Rock tourism, represent not only the top charms of the city but also cornerstones of American history, charismatic hospitality and culinary delight. All are musts when visiting Little Rock. CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL In 1957, nine courageous African-American students braved contentious crowds to test the 1954 […]

Posted 05 January 2014 † Susan Manlin Katzman § ACCOMMODATIONS § ARKANSAS § CHEESE § LITTLE ROCK § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § TRAVEL ‡ Comments Off on CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL, CLINTON PRESIDENTIAL CENTER, THE CAPITAL HOTEL, PIMENTO CHEESE AND SPICED PECANS ° Tagged: , , , , , , ,

SAXON HOTEL and recipes for MUSHROOM SAUCE, AVOCADO SALSA AND TOMATO GINGER CHUTNEY

What do Bill Clinton, Justin Bieber, Oprah Winfrey and Mick Jager have in common? All stayed at the Saxon Hotel in Johannesburg and for good reason. The one-of-a-kind property epitomizes luxury, security, service and quite pizzazzy comfort. The Saxon claims a pedigreed location, sequestered in the city’s upscale Sandhurst neighborhood. Grand estates, each and every […]

Posted 21 June 2013 † Susan Manlin Katzman § ACCOMMODATIONS § AFRICA § ENTREES § JOHANNESBURG § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § SANDWICHES § SAUCES § SIDE DISHES § SOUTH AFRICA ‡ Comments Off on SAXON HOTEL and recipes for MUSHROOM SAUCE, AVOCADO SALSA AND TOMATO GINGER CHUTNEY °

SAN ANTONIO, BOILER HOUSE & S’MORES

  San Antonio, the Texas city with south-of-the-border flair, offers gourmets much to love. Good restaurants cluster around town, accessorizing the River Walk like fine jewelry. But the shiniest, most-polished restaurants string around Pearl, the 22-acre food, entertainment and educational development on the site of the former Pearl Brewery. Pearl boasts a treasure trove of […]

Posted 11 April 2013 † Susan Manlin Katzman § CHOCOLATE § DESSERTS § ENTERTAINING § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § SAN ANTONIO § TEXAS § TRAVEL ‡ Comments Off on SAN ANTONIO, BOILER HOUSE & S’MORES °

SHORT STOP SEATTLE AND BOURBON TOMATO JAM

We live in a fast-track world. We think 140-character thoughts. We shorten talk to text. We sometimes move too fast to savor an experience, even when traveling. But not to worry. Some cities reveal their charms quickly. Seattle for example. With a bit of juggling, it is possible to pack a plentiful supply of Seattle’s […]

Posted 29 January 2013 † Susan Manlin Katzman § ACCOMMODATIONS § RECIPES § SANDWICHES § SEATTLE § TRAVEL § WASHINGTON ‡ Comments Off on SHORT STOP SEATTLE AND BOURBON TOMATO JAM ° Tagged: , , , , , , , ,

Croque Madame

The Grove Café & Market in Albuquerque, New Mexico, serves French-accented foods in an attractive setting that is part cafe, part coffee house and part gift shop. Add the sum of the parts and you’ll get a whole lot to love, including a terrific Croque Madame popular at breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Posted 12 July 2011 † Susan Manlin Katzman § BRUNCH § CHEESE § ENTREES § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § SANDWICHES ‡ Comments Off on Croque Madame ° Tagged: , , ,

Coffee Rub Seasoning Mix

A seasoning mix based on coffee that can be used to flavor grilled hamburgers, steaks and barbecue ribs as well as stews, roasts and other pork, beef, game and meat dishes.

Posted 08 June 2011 † Susan Manlin Katzman § ENTREES § RESTAURANTS ‡ Comments Off on Coffee Rub Seasoning Mix ° Tagged: , , ,

STAR DISHES FOR SAG AWARDS

Wow! Attended a press event previewing the food and wine to be served at the 17th annual Screen Actors Guild (SAG) awards. Spent an afternoon sipping and sampling as well as watching and photographing the food paparazzi who were sipping and sampling and watching and photographing chef Suzanne Goin and actress JoBeth Williams in Suzanne’s […]

Posted 01 February 2011 † Susan Manlin Katzman § BREADS § CHEESE § RECIPES § SALADS ‡ Comments Off on STAR DISHES FOR SAG AWARDS ° Tagged: , , , , , , ,

SUPER BOWL MUSTARD

CHECKLIST FOR SUPER BOWL SUNDAY Friends invited. TVs set up. Snacks bought and deli platters arranged. Beer chilling. Dill mustard made. Done! DILL MUSTARD (A sweet spicy mustard that adds wonderful kick to sandwiches.) 1 can (2 ounces) Colman’s dry mustard 1 cup cider vinegar 4 eggs 1 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons dried dill […]

Posted 01 February 2010 † Susan Manlin Katzman § ENTERTAINING § RECIPES ‡ Comments Off on SUPER BOWL MUSTARD ° Tagged: , , , ,