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How to make Pour-Over Coffee — Part 2

Hello, Dear Readers! If you’ve been following along this week, then you know that today’s post is a photo tutorial on how to make pour-over coffee. First things first, put a kettle of water on to boil. I use an electric … Continue reading

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Borscht

Although we are of Eastern European descent, my family is not a borscht-eating family. Growing up, I recall a jar of the stuff ending up in our pantry exactly once, as more of a curiosity than anything else. In fact, … Continue reading

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Gluten-Free Russian Bread

A few weeks ago, Gluten-Free Boy and I visited his family in Canada. It was a great trip, filled with scenic outings and delicious food. One morning, we visited the Steveston Harbor, where fishermen sell their day’s catch directly off … Continue reading

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Eggplant Caviar (a.k.a. Baklazhannya Ikra)

If you’ve never prepared Russian food before, zakuski are a great place to start. Similar to hors d’oeuvres, they’re little bites meant to be served before a meal. Zakuski are usually accompanied by vodka, but rest assured, you don’t have … Continue reading

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Seaweed Salad with Miso Tahini Dressing

What you’re looking at today is one of my latest attempts at fancy plating. I made some seaweed salad and I guess I was feeling a little, well, fancy. There’s really no other word for it. Please don’t laugh too … Continue reading

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Filed under Condiments, Dressings and Marinades, Gluten Free, Raw, Vegan