Author: Michelle

Weekly Reads 20

Weekly Reads 20

There’s a new bar in the neighborhood[ish] called Tough Luck, which I’m happy to have. The menu is heavy on the Korean influence, which we don’t have in the nearby, and good cocktails. Since it’s owned by the same people as Old Gold, they have 

Marinated Pork Torta

Marinated Pork Torta

I think the jetlag has worn off. I tried to capitalize on the early wake-up by working out as soon as I got up. Guess how long that lasted? Two mornings. A whole two. I am still getting up early, but the actual working out 

Pea & Prosciutto Salad

Pea & Prosciutto Salad

We took advantage of three free Blue Apron meals to see what it was all about. It was scheduled to arrive about two days after we got home from the trip. I’ve only made one of the recipes so far [Thai steak lettuce cups], and 

Weekly Reads 19

Weekly Reads 19

SIDENOTE: There was an update to the theme I was using on the blog, and it apparently was a complete revamp because it’s now 100% different. I wasn’t planning on updating the look, but I guess there’s no time like the present. Expect tweaks to the site 

Roasted Vegetables and Cheesy Polenta

Roasted Vegetables and Cheesy Polenta

Roasted vegetables are my jam. We’re considering a CSA when we get back just so I have an excuse to roast vegetables. I love an excuse to roast vegetables. Have you ever tried to hack your way into a butternut squash? I feel like I’ve 

Simple Sole Ceviche

Simple Sole Ceviche

And just like that, a month goes by. Tax season is over. We leave for Europe soon [I’ll take any recommendations for Bilbao, San Sebastian, Barcelona, Montpellier, Nice, and Milan!]. The weather is starting to cooperate, reminding me why I love Portland so much. Between