Monthly Archives: June 2008

Our Knives Part I

Posted on June 30, 2008 by Hot Knives

In the next installment of our introspective equipment analysis, we’re detailing the knives that make both of us tick, because we believe the easiest first step to good cooking is sharp knives. If you’re weary of shiny, sharpened steel, believe … Continue reading →

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Deez Cans

Posted on June 25, 2008 by Hot Knives

It’s unofficially the doldrums of summer, when things like job performance and precise maneuverings of time and space take back seat to the more important goals of porch sitting and pool seeking. And coming in a close third – cold … Continue reading →

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Introducing Our Batterie

Posted on June 20, 2008 by Hot Knives

Consistent with our ingredient credo, when it comes to kitchen equipment we have a penchant for the finer things and a love for the thrifty. In our homes we have some pretty upper-middle-top-of-the-line items, as well as some that we … Continue reading →

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Father Hennepin

Posted on June 18, 2008 by Hot Knives

Like in other walks of life, the young beer punk can be an insufferably snobby dolt, who swears by the harshest beers and flicks off more moderate brews. We know because that was us – still is, kinda. As underage … Continue reading →

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Almond Cupcakes w/ Tangerine Frost & Flowers

Posted on June 14, 2008 by Hot Knives

When we got knee-deep in the nitty gritty of planning how we were going to pull off our recent wedding catering gig, we quickly realized the difference between making some big-ass salads and nourishing a nuptial celebration: a proper wedding … Continue reading →

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“Chile” Dogs

Posted on June 12, 2008 by Hot Knives

While last summer was all about textured soy marinated in Miller High Life, this June grilling season has started off a little more au natural. We wanted to come up with some sort of vegan equivalent to that street vendor … Continue reading →

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Farro, Peas

Posted on June 9, 2008 by Hot Knives

After a long hiatus from grains and greens we felt the need to clean out our closets and get back on the fiber horse. The heat of the summer and the impending peril of innumerable events, social obligations, and overtime … Continue reading →

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Mark Of The Beast

Posted on June 6, 2008 by Hot Knives

As we understand it, the tendency for Belgian beers to have Satanic names is something of a tradition. Amidst the aftermath of a 1919 no spirits in pubs law, brewing the liquid gold was brought out of the barns of … Continue reading →

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Vegan “Caprese” Crostini

Posted on June 3, 2008 by Hot Knives

If this feels like a dejavu, don’t bother pinching yourself: you have seen this dish before, allbeit in different forms. Most recently, we came up with a take where tomato confit balanced delicately on a sliver of expertly carved hearts … Continue reading →

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