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The world would be a better place if there were less bad mojitos. What's a bad mojito? One that tastes of rum and 7Up with annoying bits of some strange green herb getting in the way. What's a good mojito? A glorious, transcendent marriage of mint and lime, a... continue reading on Seattlest

There is a simple side dish you can make that accomplishes the magical goal of being inexpensive, extremely good for your body and your soul, and ludicrously delicious. Start by reaching for your box grater, that neglected tool you may not have used for since before they started selling pre-grated... continue reading on Seattlest

Are you looking for an inexpensive way to show off your gourmet taste and talents? Consider staying in and making pizza the next time you want to have a romantic evening with someone special. It involves experimentation, lots of hands-on interaction, and then you can eat it without silverware... continue reading on Seattlest

Another great option for creating flavorful food at home without breaking the bank is to make a small investment in some fresh Thai curry paste. It's inexpensive, a little bit goes a long way, it has no preservatives and makes your cooking taste really, really good. We favor the... continue reading on Seattlest

One of the defining characteristics of restaurant cooking--high quality restaurant cooking--is that chefs go to extreme lengths to coax flavors out of ingredients: A sauce may be several days in process. A bread dough may take years for its starter to develop its subtle flavors. But if you are... continue reading on Seattlest