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Posts tagged food365
365 Days of Food
#68 Cherry Almond Bread Pudding (via JoeFoodie)
A carryout from Jumps Restaurant in Grosse Pointe, this bread pudding had an intense almond flavor. Perfectly sweet with a touch of tartness from the dried cherries, this was a truly luscious dessert. Rich, but not heavy. The vanilla creme anglaise added an eggy/creamy dimension. A really nice dessert.
365 Days of Food
#67 Coconut Tart (via JoeFoodie)
A treat from QQ Bakery in Madison Heights, MI. A little dry for my taste, but the coconut flavor was undeniable. Also, the burnt bits on top add an interesting layer to the sweet tart.
365 Days of Food
#66 Trader Joe’s Mango on Sticky Rice (via JoeFoodie)
On the recommendation of my friend @wattyz, I’ve been on the lookout for this traditional Thai dessert. It just so happened that Trader Joe’s started carrying it in the frozen section this week.
A tremendously interesting dessert - sweet tropical mango, salty & creamy sticky rice with coconut milk, and crunchy (pretty much flavorless) mung beans all come together perfectly. A special treat indeed & one that I’ll be revisiting very soon.
365 Days of Food
#65 Chili Fries (via JoeFoodie)
Michigan (especially near Detroit) is known for their “coney islands,” diners that specialize in serving quick food usually of a deep fried nature with menus items like casing hot dogs in a steamed bun with chili sauce, mustard, & onions on top. That chili is also pretty awesome on fries, especially after a night of partying.
This plate of chili fries is from Duly’s Place in Detroit.
365 Days of Food
#64 Carrot Cake (via JoeFoodie)
I could eat carrot cake everyday. Cinnamon & nutmeg are such comforting flavors for me. When made properly, this is a tremendously moist & luscious cake with chewy bits of carrot-y goodness. This version has a orange glaze, which matched perfectly with the spiciness of the cake.
365 Days of Food
#63 Margherita Pizza (via JoeFoodie)
The oven at Crust in Rochester Hills, MI burns at a temperature above 800 degrees fahrenheit. However, the crust was not as crisp I would’ve thought. Under the weight of the very fresh tasting tomatoes, the creamy cheese, and tender basil, I think the crust just gave way. Regardless, this was a delicious pizza - simple & well prepared.
365 Days of Food
#62 Popeye Wrap (via JoeFoodie)
Baby spinach, roasted turkey, tomato, red onion, & Sweet Vidalia Onion dressing in whole wheat lavash. One of the healthier options from Maya’s Deli in Mt. Clemens.
365 Days of Food
#61 Beef Pad Ped (via JoeFoodie)
Thai Orchid, one of my favorite Thai restaurants, is found in downtown Mt. Clemens. Beef Pad Ped is a red curry dish. Coconut milk is the foundation of the luscious sauce. Red & green peppers, onions, mushrooms, and eggplant are all very fresh. The peppers give crunch and the mushrooms/eggplant offer earthiness. The beef is OK, but not essential. The sauce & veggies make this dish.
365 Days of Food
#60 Gyros (via JoeFoodie)
While not the most photogenic sandwich, the gyro is one of my favorites. Ground beef & lamb that has been spiced well & grilled coupled with tomatoes, onions, & tzatziki sauce. Tzatziki (cucumber yogurt sauce) is one of my favorite condiments - cool, refreshing, garlicky, & minty. The gyros is a perfect combination of flavors.
365 Days of Food
#59 Fried potatoes with black beans, scrambled eggs, & fresh jalapeno (via JoeFoodie)
Cooked in cast iron skillet, fried potatoes taste especially delicious. 4 organic potatoes (diced), 1 organic onion (diced), 1 clove of garlic (diced), shredded cheddar cheese, sea salt, cracked black pepper, & cumin. Extra virgin olive oil & butter for the skillet.
Potatoes into the skillet first, onions & garlic after. Season liberally with sea salt, cracked black pepper, cumin. Cook until tender & a nice golden brown crust has formed on the potatoes. Add a can of black beans. Cover the potatoes & beans with shredded cheddar cheese & put under the broiler until bubbly. Top with your favorite style of egg, sour cream, & fresh jalapeno (if you like the heat).
