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A Breath of Fresh Air and Delicious Recipes for the Week
Step into Manhattan’s vibrant flower district, specifically West 28th Street between Sixth and Seventh Avenues, and you’ll find yourself amidst a bustling scene of people and verdant plants. During a recent visit, the sidewalk teemed with floral abundance. Observing a vendor handling a potted plant, an accidental drop revealed the roots, prompting a colleague to quip, “Lost his shoes.” The air in this floral haven was thick with intoxicating fragrances – peonies, gardenias, frangipani – a welcome sensory experience after months dominated by different aromas.
Indeed, recent times might be characterized by the scents of roasting meats, extinguished candles, and Earl Grey tea. It’s time for a change. Infuse your home with the invigorating essence of spring. Complement your culinary endeavors by adding flowers to your shopping list. Adorn your living spaces with vases overflowing with blooms. Inhale the season deeply and revitalize your surroundings.
For your culinary inspiration, consider beginning with a standout dish:
Green Goddess Roasted Chicken
This featured recipe offers a delightful combination of a crisp, golden-brown chicken paired with a zesty, herbaceous green goddess dressing. To complete the meal, consider adding salt and vinegar roasted potatoes and fresh raw vegetables perfect for dipping in the flavorful sauce.
With Sunday’s meal thoughtfully planned, let’s explore exciting options for the rest of the week…
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Monday
Eric Kim’s gochujang buttered noodles are poised to become a timeless classic. This remarkably simple yet satisfying pantry recipe is ideal for both individual servings and family meals. Its widespread appeal is evident in subscriber comments praising the recipe’s creator.
Tuesday
Elevate your midweek dining with Andy Baraghani’s innovative spicy shrimp puttanesca. This dish takes the traditional Neapolitan puttanesca sauce – rich with tomatoes, olives, garlic, capers, and anchovies – and enhances it with the savory-sweetness of shrimp. The tomato paste base ensures a robust and clinging sauce, while a final touch of butter adds a luxurious gloss and intensified flavors to this vibrant creation.
Thursday
Discover Vivian Chan-Tam’s fantastic Mongolian beef recipe, a swift stir-fry featuring tender sliced beef in a dynamic sweet and savory sesame-soy sauce. Interestingly, despite its name, this dish actually originates from Taiwan, drawing inspiration from Beijing-style barbecue techniques. This highlights how culinary traditions can evolve and transcend geographical boundaries.
Friday
Conclude the week with Zaynab Issa’s flavorful chicken jalfrezi. This recipe showcases chicken thighs enveloped in a rich and spicy tomato curry, a perfect pairing with fragrant basmati rice and warm naan bread. This dish evokes the vibrant culinary scene of Brick Lane in London, reminiscent of its classic era.
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Shifting gears slightly from culinary matters, Tas Tobey, from The New York Times Book Review, introduced me to Alex Dimitrov’s recent poetry collection, “Ecstasy.” Explore some of Dimitrov’s poetry online to delve into his work.
Luke Winkie’s compelling report from Las Vegas, featured on Slate, profiles a gambler who streams his bets live on YouTube, attracting a significant online following. This phenomenon raises questions about our fascination with observing high-stakes ventures. Meet Vegas Matt, known as “The Biggest Loser,” and contemplate the spectacle.
In Macleans, Chris Donovan’s striking and insightful photographs of St. John, New Brunswick, caught my attention. These images are part of his book, “The Cloud Factory,” documenting life within one of Canada’s major industrial hubs.
Finally, a musical note from Prince: “Sometimes It Snows In April.” Enjoy this piece as you cook, and we look forward to connecting with you again next week.