Monthly Archives: April 2011

Microwave Corn-on-the-Cob

Posted on April 28, 2011 by

I just saw local corn (Coachella Valley) advertised and decided it was time to share this easy recipe.  It’s especially nice for a one or two person household.  I love not having to boil a pot of water for just … Continue reading →

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Canyon Restaurant – Anaheim Hills

Posted on April 20, 2011 by

It’s always nice to find a comfortable, reasonably priced, local restaurant with good food.  Canyon Restaurant fills that need.  First impressions were positive – the bread basket contained a nice herbed-parmesan cracker and good bread and came with a tasty hummus.  We … Continue reading →

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Wasted Calories – Kimmie’s Coffee Cup

Posted on April 15, 2011 by

Kimmie’s Coffee Cup seems to be popping up everywhere, so I was interested when a group decided to go to the one at Lakeview and Orangethorpe for lunch.  I had a “stuffed potato” soup that was overly thick and floury.  … Continue reading →

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Microwave Rum-Raisin Chocolate Pudding

Posted on April 10, 2011 by

Easy yet sophisticated: Place 2 tablespoons golden raisins and 3 tablespoons light rum in a microwaveble bowl.  Microwave on high power for 30 seconds; let it stand, covered.  In a 2-quart microwaveable bowl, whisk 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, … Continue reading →

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Michael Mina at the Bellagio – Las Vegas

Posted on April 8, 2011 by

Some restaurants just make dining an over-all great experience – welcoming ambience, knowledgeable and attentive service, eye-pleasing decor, great food and interesting wine.  Michael Mina is one of those restaurants.  Each time we’ve dined there, we’ve left with a feeling of time … Continue reading →

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