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Big Changes Coming to The Friendly Kitchen

Posted by Rachel
at June 9, 2010

Hello, hello, Everyone!

I just wanted to take a quick moment to let you all know about some upcoming changes to my life, and inevitably, to the blog.

Recently, just in time for my 10 year high school reunion, I reconnected with my high school sweetheart after losing contact for nearly 8 years. It basically took no time at all for us to realize that that old spark was still there. So, in just a matter of months, I will be marrying a soldier and moving my entire life to Germany – yes, even the kitties!

So, what does this mean for the blog, you ask?

We will be stationed ‘Near the French Border, but Still the Middle of Nowhere’, Germany for about 3 years, and in that time, I plan to write about my experiences, my travels, the local cuisine, and how to maintain a friendly kitchen, even while abroad. My career as a private chef will be on hold for a while, but never fear. I will be working to finish my degree in nutrition, so when I come back to the ol’ career, I will be better than ever!

Also, I’m planning to do my best to find some staging gigs in local restaurants to keep my cookin’ chops up to speed. Maybe, if I’m lucky, I’ll even find a part time gig working on a farm or two in the area. With this incredible adventure before me, I will still have lots of recipes to share, so I definitely won’t neglect that piece of the blog-y puzzle.

In the meantime, I’ll be doing a little tidying up around the site, posting a few things here and there, and getting The Friendly Kitchen all ready for it’s big move across the ocean – oh yeah, and I’ll be planning a wedding. Sheesh.

Here’s to New Beginnings!

My soldier and me

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Roasted Garlic Baba Ganoush

Posted by Rachel
at January 30, 2010

Holy Abalone! I’m back. Yes, I know. I know. It’s been a ridiculous amount of time since I’ve posted. But, I have a good excuse this time, I promise. You see, I’ve been out and about, cooking up a storm for not just one, but two full time clients.

And, I went on the most amazing cross country trip from Austin, Texas to Anacortes, WA with my best friend, Olivia. And, that trip was the inspiration for this yummy recipe I am sharing today.

Babaaaaaa!

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Cabbage Salad with Young Coconut Noodles and Crystallized Ginger

Posted by Rachel
at November 16, 2009

A fabulous accident.

crrrrrrr-unch


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Roasted Kabocha – Real Ale Mini Cakes with Brown Sugar Cream

Posted by Rachel
at November 2, 2009

Last weekend was another lovely meeting of the Austin Food Bloggers. Every month or so, we get together for a potluck, each one having a different theme. In September, it was a hatch chile-themed potluck and there were some pretty great treats – Hatch Brownies, Hatch Sourdough, even Hatch infused vodka, just to name a few.

This month, the theme was beer. The fabulous folks at the 512 Brewing Company hosted us for an evening of unlimited beer and yummy foods made with beer.

photo by Jennie Chen at MisoHungry

photo by Jennie Chen at MisoHungry



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Asian Slow Cooker Short Ribs

Posted by Rachel
at October 26, 2009

It’s that time of year again: Crock-tober! That’s right. I said it. And, I’m not ashamed. My favorite kitchen appliance now has its own month, and I’ve gotta say, that makes this little lady very, very happy. In honor of this special month, I decided to whip up one of my favorite standbys – Asian Slow Cooker Short Ribs.

In Honor of Crocktober


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Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprout Hash with a Fried Egg

Posted by Rachel
at October 22, 2009

Dinner doesn’t get much easier than this.

legal hash


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Pumpkin Cornbread

Posted by Rachel
at October 20, 2009

OMG. Best cornbread EVER. I don’t care if it’s gluten free, vegan, super lowfat (not that I care) and refined sugar free, this is my most favorite cornbread of all time.

punkin' goodness

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Chickpea and Chard Curry for One

Posted by Rachel
at October 7, 2009

Learning how to cook for one has been a challenge. I’m so used to cooking for at least 2 (or 20) at a time that making just one serving of a dish is just…weird.

haven't figured out how to take the flash out in Photoshop...

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Amaranth Breakfast Pudding

Posted by Rachel
at October 1, 2009

Breakfast. I think I’ve mentioned before that this is by far the hardest meal to figure out when you learn that you can’t have wheat, eggs, dairy, etc. But over the years, I have figured out a few solutions and this one is the latest.

mmmm...pudding...

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I know, I know…

Posted by Rachel
at September 24, 2009

There is no excuse for a 3 month lapse in posting. But, some big changes have occurred. Lets just say it involves me moving into a new apartment only being occupied by me and my two over-sized feline companions…

But, good things have come around the bend, as well. I’ve got a new project in the works that I am so, so, so excited about! You can get a sneak peak for now, but expect a full-blown coming out party very soon…

And, I am back in the kitchen – more jazzed than ever to be bringing my focus to the folks in our community and around the globe who need help on their path to healing.

Expect big things in the very near future.

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