Author Archives: wanderingglutton

Beef and Chorizo Chili

Posted on January 21, 2023 by wanderingglutton

On a cold winter day, there isn’t much better than a bowl of thick, flavorful chili. There are various regional versions of chili, and arguments over whether or not beans or tomatoes belong in it. Many people have a special … Continue reading →

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A Conversation with Eve Aronoff

Posted on July 29, 2021 by wanderingglutton

A couple of months ago, I had the opportunity to talk to Eve Aronoff. Eve is the Chef/Owner of Frita Batidos, but she has been a part of the Ann Arbor food scene for over 20 years. I have eaten … Continue reading →

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Steak and Veggie Udon Bowl

Posted on September 2, 2020 by wanderingglutton

While we have all been cooking more at home since March, I have been seeking out shortcuts to help make meals come together quickly at the end of the day. This has meant finding some pre-cooked or fresh noodles at … Continue reading →

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Quarantine Mac & Cheese

Posted on May 16, 2020 by wanderingglutton

During the time that we have been under the Stay at Home order, I have been preparing more meals than I had been for a few months prior. Some of the meals have been solely based on items in the … Continue reading →

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Thinking about the Passing of a Friend

Posted on February 18, 2020 by wanderingglutton

A week and a half ago, I found out that my friend, Jason Osburn, passed away suddenly. While the unexpected death of any person is unsettling, Jason’s passing left me speechless and lost in thought about how fortunate I have … Continue reading →

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My New Favorite Sandwich

Posted on July 26, 2019 by wanderingglutton

When I go out for lunch, my typical choice is a sandwich of some sort. I am usually not overly picky if it is a deli sandwich, a gyro, a burger or something else. I thought I had settled on … Continue reading →

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Baked Polenta With Crispy Leeks and Gorgonzola

Posted on March 25, 2019 by wanderingglutton

As someone who is always looking for a new recipe to try, I get email newsletters from many publications. Last Friday I got my “What to Cook This Weekend” email from New York Times Cooking, and I found the perfect … Continue reading →

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Pastrami Calzone

Posted on April 17, 2018 by wanderingglutton

Sometimes you have great plans for making a meal, other times you have to forage through your refrigerator and be creative. This was definitely one of those other times. A few weeks ago, I cured and smoked two beef tongues … Continue reading →

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My BBQ Tour of Asheville

Posted on August 2, 2017 by wanderingglutton

I recently spent a week near Asheville with my family. As it was a vacation, I tried my hardest to relax and enjoy myself as much as possible. Being in North Carolina, I knew it would be an excellent opportunity … Continue reading →

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Ma Lou’s Fried Chicken

Posted on April 1, 2017 by wanderingglutton

Frank Fejeran’s new joint has been open for just over a month now, and I have finally had a chance to check it out. I went in during the latter half of the dinner rush, because I had heard it … Continue reading →

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