Monthly Archives: July 2007

Sweet 15

Posted on July 29, 2007 by Hot Knives

Occasionally life passages require dramatic, indulgent celebrations. Since we — the two baby men behind Hot Knives — both turned a quarter-of-a-century-old this year, we’re starting to forlornly dig the passage of time enough that we can get Dionysian once … Continue reading →

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Sweet 14

Posted on July 24, 2007 by Hot Knives

Avery Brewing Company is probably the best argument in favor of southwestern beer superiority. In terms of flavor, packaging, and lunacy, their beers rank highly in our little pantheon of liquid love. For anyone outside of the exteded four corners … Continue reading →

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“Polentaise” Two Ways

Posted on July 22, 2007 by Hot Knives

Being brunch geeks, hollandaise sauce has caused us a great deal of pain. The evil goo of egg yolks and clarified butter escapes any true vegan interpretation. Still, we’ve settled on a replacement we’re quite happy with: creamy polenta jacked … Continue reading →

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Sonoma Slayers

Posted on July 17, 2007 by Hot Knives

The Sonoma Farmhouse series is a new line of beers brewed by the bad dudes of the central coast. Lagunitas’ beers usually rank on the heavier side boasting brutal bitterness, and large alcohol percentages. The first two farm hands are … Continue reading →

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LA Times Food Blog Leaves Bad Taste

Posted on July 15, 2007 by Hot Knives

Here in L.A., the fish wrap of record — for restaurant reviews as much as for local news — remains the Los Angeles Times. Every Wednesday we skip the front page over coffee and turn straight to the weekly Food … Continue reading →

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Lagunitas Live

Posted on July 13, 2007 by Hot Knives

On a recent trip north for a wedding, Lake and Alex burned some time and bought some bombers at the Petaluma digs of Lagunitas brewing company. Lagunitas’ beers have been long time faves of your favorite beer snobs, and it … Continue reading →

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How to Smoke a Pizza

Posted on July 10, 2007 by Hot Knives

If you think we’re turning on the fucking oven in July, you’re nuts. However, a man cannot throw a pizza party on macaroni salad alone, so we did this. And it worked! Thanx to Lesley, Michael and Greg “Summer Babe” … Continue reading →

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Vegan, Wheat-free Mac-Sal

Posted on July 9, 2007 by Hot Knives

The classic, wet, hot, American pool party would seem to be all about exclusivity. That sucks, a lot. So we brought a classy American side dish that tastes totally inclusive: even if you hate eggs and can’t eat wheat without … Continue reading →

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Vegan Bullshit Alert

Posted on July 7, 2007 by Hot Knives

Dear Readerz, Out of civic duty — and not mean spirits — we feel compelled to respectfully call out one of the leading vegan fast food joints in the L.A. area for a sad case of misrepresentation. Orean Health Express, … Continue reading →

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Steak and Eggz

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Hot Knives

People like steak and eggs. As we understand it. First there’s the gnarly char of a gristly piece of mediocre, trounced-on red meat. Then you top it with the ooze of some barely-above-temperature chicky eggs. Sounds to us, like kind … Continue reading →

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