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Mountain Cooking, Day 2 and 3

Saturday (day 2) we emerged from our tents and scoped out a perfect spot on the field to plant ourselves for brunch and beyond. Tempeh Bacon and Avocado Sandwiches with Corn Salad The corn salad was inspired by Mexican street corn (grilled with mayo, chili powder, lime and cotija cheese.) I made it at home [...]
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Day 1 at the mountain

Cold brewed iced coffee is where it’s at (like we said, see previous post)…And it’s how we started our first day in the wilderness. Breakfast in the woods is easy, when you have the right equipment and pantry. As we drank our coffees, we prepared an easy, classic breakfast. Nova and Tomato and Cream Cheese [...]
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Sustainable Mountain Pantry – The Prep

There’s a quiet little piece of the Catskills we like to go on the 4th of July. Up in Grahamsville NY. Once you get there, there are no responsibilities whatsoever, you’re just there. (here) Taking in the surroundings, enjoying the view, enjoying good company, and enjoying great, outdoor meals. Four of us went up together, [...]
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Saturday Afternoon in the Park…

You know the World’s Fair Grounds that you see when you’re driving on the Grand Central Parkway and the LIE? Well, that’s where we live: Forest Hills, Queens. Our local park is Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, which is huge and includes a museum, a zoo, a botanical gardens, the USTA Tennis Center, Shea Stadium, a public [...]
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