The Year In Food charts the course of the year through inspired, creative cooking and eating with an emphasis on seasonal fruits and vegetables.
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Category Archives: appetizers
May 3, 2013
 There’s that palpable change happening again – a sense of building anticipation and elation as the weather warms. On Monday evening while driving to a friend’s, it struck me how odd and wonderful it was that at 7:30 pm there was a golden evening glow about the sky – it felt too late to still... Sina - May 3, 2013 - 3:14 pm
How lovely. My first time seeing green almonds and such small eggs. The dish looks really tasty. Stacy - May 3, 2013 - 3:26 pm
Gosh. Yum, lady! You never stop coming up with brilliant combinations, and I never stop being impressed. xo Gemma @andgeesaid - May 3, 2013 - 3:50 pm
This looks so wonderful :) The colours are beautiful! xx gemma@ andgeesaid.blogspot.com.au Juliette - May 3, 2013 - 3:57 pm
Waow, i never knew green almonds could be eaten like that! Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl - May 3, 2013 - 4:47 pm
Beautiful dish popping of colors. Have a great weekend! Irina @ wandercrush - May 3, 2013 - 6:59 pm
Beautiful! The first time I ever had fresh almonds was in Greece. This salsa is genius, and such a good way to enjoy asparagus season :) ileana - May 3, 2013 - 7:56 pm
I’ve never seen this before. What a gorgeous dish! la domestique - May 4, 2013 - 1:06 am
I’ve never seen green almonds- how neat! The dish looks gorgeous with those tiny quail eggs and their perfect yolks. Mimi - May 4, 2013 - 2:12 am
Wish I could get my hands on these! Joanna - May 4, 2013 - 11:18 am
All these years I had thought that you could not eat the green almonds because they contained cyanide. Lynda - May 4, 2013 - 1:25 pm
Great use of green almonds- I have a bag in my fridge I need to use asap! Elliott - May 4, 2013 - 1:29 pm
I applaud your description of the onset of Spring and the parallel to falling in love. So very well put. Nik@ABrownTable - May 4, 2013 - 6:15 pm
That is one gorgeous, delicious and unique combination. Now I just need to find some here in D.C. Gourmet Creations - May 5, 2013 - 5:17 pm
LOVE THIS! shelley - May 5, 2013 - 9:00 pm
wow, i am fairly foodie-ish, but this was WAY off my radar!!! Dan from Platter Talk - May 6, 2013 - 11:14 am
Nothing short of spellbinding, in prose and image. Thanks so much for the post. Kathryn - May 7, 2013 - 4:05 am
Love the bright spring colours of this, so vibrant and full of that anticipation you talk about and which is my favourite thing about this time of year. Wonderful. Ole @cookingbrains - May 7, 2013 - 4:31 am
Wow, this is the first time I passed by your blog, but I surely won’t be the last. I love the colours – this looks amazingly yummy. Unfortunately you can’t get fresh almonds up where I live. Do you have a suggestion for a substitute? Rosemary C - May 8, 2013 - 9:11 am
This looks gorgeous. I love asparagus and I usually eat it raw. I’ve never eaten or even seen green almonds before (I live in the UK). Do you eat the whole thing, the part that will become the shell and all? Or do you kind of peel them? Kathryne - May 10, 2013 - 12:17 pm
Look at those fuzzy little almonds! I almost want to snuggle with them. I am so glad spring is here. Optimism is in the air and it is lifting my spirits.  (Such timing, this morning, while finishing this post: SAVEUR announced their 2013 Best Food Blog Awards finalists, and I am utterly thrilled, humbled and overjoyed that The Year in Food is among those nominated. I’d be so honored if you took a moment to cast a vote for this site! xo, Kimberley) When I was... by Kimberley show hide 27 comments Megan Gordon - April 12, 2013 - 1:09 pm
What a good news day! This salad looks absolutely delicious as does that rainy day walk. Was thinking about you yesterday and hope the shoot went well. Also was thinking: how could it not? You’re so good at what you do and it’s going to SHINE through in the cover and beyond. Happy weekending, friend. Aurora Satler - April 12, 2013 - 1:15 pm
What stunning photography, you are making me homesick for the West Coast! I love your site and will be vigilant for some miner’s lettuce when I have a chance to get out of NYC and back into nature. Congratulations on becoming a Saveur finalist! -Aurora Kristen - April 12, 2013 - 1:18 pm
Congratulations!! I’m so glad you included asparagus in this post. I’ve been dusting it with harrisa lately and I feel ready for some different flavour combinations. :) Ashley English - April 12, 2013 - 1:30 pm
Woot! I voted! Much deserved. Kudos to you. Happy foraging!!! Mimi - April 12, 2013 - 3:26 pm
Absolutely stunning! Congrats! Elizabeth - April 12, 2013 - 4:35 pm
What a beautiful salad. Truly gorgeous, and somehow brimming with the fresh, lush green-ness of the spring. Congratulations on the nomination! Clearly, amazing things are ahead! Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl - April 12, 2013 - 5:49 pm
Beautiful pictures, fresh salad! Vote made! Irina @ wandercrush - April 12, 2013 - 6:38 pm
Ah foraging is such a beautiful thing, I’m consciously trying to incorporate it more and more into my cooking process. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com - April 12, 2013 - 9:33 pm
Yummy and perfect spring deliciousness!! Congrats on Saveur — so well deserved :) thelittleloaf - April 13, 2013 - 12:38 am
HUGE congratulations on the nomination and highly deserved, especially with beautiful recipes like this :-) Magda - April 13, 2013 - 5:09 am
In Greece, this time of year, we always go foraging for wild asparagus. Food tastes differently when you gather it from the ground yourself doesn’t it? Laura - April 13, 2013 - 5:16 am
Congratulations Kimberley! Your blog has been a serious fave of mine over time, so it’s always awesome to see that recognition. Eff yes! So jealous of your early foraging jaunt. The ground is still lightly frozen here. Waiting and waiting, dreaming while I look at that pretty lettuce :) Hannah - April 13, 2013 - 8:30 pm
Kimberley this is wonderful news – and such a wonderful post. Your recollections about tramping through the woods and foraging with your friends make me smile … I too grew up with miner’s lettuce – and your adult take on it is so appealing! I’m wondering where I can find some … (Maybe I will venture to the Presidio!) I’ll also click over and vote – fingers crossed, and congratulations! Happy spring … ileana - April 14, 2013 - 5:19 am
Congrats!! Love your blog. Christina @ The Hungry Australian - April 14, 2013 - 7:13 pm
Well deserved – you have a beautiful blog. Thanks for making such an inspiring space! Kathryn - April 15, 2013 - 3:04 am
This post just demonstrates why that nomination is so well deserved. Just lovely. Ashley - April 15, 2013 - 8:22 am
I am just thrilled to pieces for you and your nomination!! Congrats! This meal is nothing short of perfection and the exact reason you were nominated. The words, the photos, the ingredients = gorgeous. Good luck! Eileen @ Phoenix Helix - April 15, 2013 - 11:09 am
I love the childhood story, and that you were able to recreate the experience as an adult. May the child in all of us live on! tara - April 15, 2013 - 1:03 pm
Now this will sound strange, but I love the wet greeness of these photos. It’s just beautiful. Also, I’m thrilled to bits for you on your nomination. Congratulations, lady! steph @ stephsapartmentkitchen - April 16, 2013 - 9:24 am
CONGRATULATIONS! Such a well deserved nomination. I thoroughly enjoy your beautiful pictures and thoughtful, delicious recipes. :) Sam - April 17, 2013 - 1:30 am
So thrilled to see you a finalist in the Saveur awards, Congratulations. I have cast my vote. amelia - April 17, 2013 - 10:16 am
yayyyyy! And with that Lottie and Doof fella out of the picture, you’ve got the title this year for sure!! Puja @ Indiaphile.info - April 18, 2013 - 11:24 am
Oh Wow! I love to forage! Miner’s Lettuce sounds delicious. I’m going to look for it. Seve - April 24, 2013 - 1:40 am
You deserve this nomination. It should be clear as soon as you scroll through the homepage. Vote! Becky @ Project Domestication - May 2, 2013 - 10:18 pm
Congrats on being a finalist! I just became familiar with miner’s lettuce as my local CSA is growing it this year. I adore it. J.S. @ Sun Diego Eats - May 3, 2013 - 1:47 pm
Always love discovering new herbs/leaves, I was obsessed with lovage and shiso leaf for a while….will have to procure some miner’s lettuce! Kankana - May 3, 2013 - 5:37 pm
Where can I find those greens? It’s so pretty and the salad sounds refreshing. Just what I need these days.  Well, it’s that time of year again. Take a deep breath. Everybody hold hands. We can do this. How we navigate this ridiculous, glorious and challenging time of year is a theme I will probably stay with through most of December. I’m in the thick of three big projects in addition to my cookbook and... by Kimberley show hide 116 comments Jody - November 28, 2012 - 5:53 pm
I’m a big fan of smoked paprika and “winning” anything associated with good food preparation! Thanks for the opportunity. sara - November 28, 2012 - 6:13 pm
What an awesome giveaway…you rock! That cookbook looks awesome. And the broccolini looks fabulous…I can’t get my boyfriend to eat broccoli, but he’s sort of on the fence on broccolini…I am definitely trying this, I bet it will make him a convert! BA - November 28, 2012 - 6:38 pm
I would love to win that cookbook… and eat that broccolini! It looks wonderful. mary - November 28, 2012 - 6:48 pm
Your photos are stunning! Inspired. Meagan - November 28, 2012 - 7:14 pm
I love this post (and your blog)! But, the advice was so so needed now that I’m in the throes of finals. Thank you! and thanks for the giveaway! Brianne - November 28, 2012 - 7:15 pm
Broccolini and smoked paprika are both used rather frequently in my house; how have I never thought to combine the two?! Enjoy your December. You deserve it! Leslie - November 28, 2012 - 7:23 pm
Love your site and of course is broccolini the best veggie arielleclementine - November 28, 2012 - 7:37 pm
i am all aglow that you chose to feature my recipe! i love your blog, and love the broccolini adaptation! thank you :) dana@minimalistbaker - November 28, 2012 - 7:46 pm
Would love to win this cookbook! Just discovered Food 52 last week and am already in love. Thanks for offering to “treat” us with this lovely giveaway : ) Dragonfly Woman - November 28, 2012 - 7:57 pm
The broccolini recipe sounds delicious! I’m definitely going to have to try that one. Katie - November 28, 2012 - 8:11 pm
Just had to say that I love the shot of those gorgeous trees! It’s inspiring. Can’t wait until we have something that beautiful to look at around here! Rachel - November 28, 2012 - 8:47 pm
Just did this recipe tonight! So yummy! thanks for sharing :) and for giving a giveaway! How cool! :) nicole i - November 28, 2012 - 8:56 pm
this recipe looks divine. happy december and all it’s goodness to you. Emily - November 28, 2012 - 9:07 pm
I love your winter wisdom! I’d love to win the cookbook, also looking forward to yours! Lynn - November 28, 2012 - 9:20 pm
This looks like a simple, delicious recipe. I think that vinaigrette would also be very good with roasted brussels sprouts, which I already have on hand, along with some marcona almonds … wendy - November 28, 2012 - 10:01 pm
I love your work and your spirit! It was so fun to meet you at Eat Retreat! Kathryne - November 28, 2012 - 10:14 pm
This recipe is so perfect for right now, while we’re in between holidays. I’m glad you’re treating yourself to wholesome midweek dinners and all of that. Stay sane, the new year is just on the other side. Kay - November 28, 2012 - 11:23 pm
We should always take care of ourselves so that we can take care of others, and I agree that the little things add up to a whole big thing when done consistently. Leslie - November 29, 2012 - 1:59 am
Looks delicious. Just got some CSA broccolini so plan on making this Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar - November 29, 2012 - 4:53 am
What a fabulous way to make broccoli! Yum! Brian @ A Thought For Food - November 29, 2012 - 5:26 am
This is why I love you… you know how to make the most of life… despite how stressful it all can be. Thanks for the reminder that we need to do things for ourselves every once in a while… even something as small as listening to our favorite album (which I’m totally going to do today). What a glorious giveaway… and, amazingly, I don’t have this book. I know it has to be a wonderful book though. Fingers crossed! Kate Harris - November 29, 2012 - 5:29 am
Your posts are always inspiring! And the cookbook looks lovely! Kristin Kraabl - November 29, 2012 - 5:45 am
I so love your pictures and I have a mini love affair with brocoini. Yum! December or any month with snow is my favorite however we have no snow in Minnesota (boo). Emily K. - November 29, 2012 - 5:45 am
Broccolini is the vegetable that changed my boyfriend’s perspective on vegetables! I owe it my sanity! Donna - November 29, 2012 - 5:54 am
This sounds yummy – I’ve got some broccolini in the fridge right now, must try it! And I’d love to win a copy of the book. Abby@ The Frosted Vegan - November 29, 2012 - 5:59 am
What a lovely way to make broccolini so much more tasty! Heather - November 29, 2012 - 6:07 am
Is that an antique lantern? Love the shape. Tricia - November 29, 2012 - 6:08 am
Simple and delicious – my kind of recipe. “I say hoard those things. Be selfish about them. It makes us less selfish elsewhere in our lives.” I couldn’t agree more. Thanks for that inspiration this morning :) Niki Arden - November 29, 2012 - 6:09 am
This looks so yummy, I never know what to do with broccolini, I can’t wait to try it out. LJ Stubbs - November 29, 2012 - 6:30 am
Roasted vegetables are one of my favourite things to eat. Ashley - November 29, 2012 - 6:38 am
Great side dish! I’ll try it for sure :) Could also be delicious with rapini, my fav. Beautiful blog, I enjoy every single post. Happy Birthday, and Happy New Year!! Douglas Lee - November 29, 2012 - 6:38 am
Hopefully I’ll find some broccolini at the market tomorrow; if so, I’ll be trying this! Christina - November 29, 2012 - 6:45 am
This recipe looks delicious! I’ve been craving crunchy greens lately – this is perfect! Christina - November 29, 2012 - 6:55 am
Happy Happy Birthday! I hope your birthday and christmas and new year’s are full of love and family! :O) Recipe looks great. I am currently working on a cookbook with my daycare kids for their parents for christmas. Fun and crazy times cooking with kids. I would love to win the cook book! Laurie - November 29, 2012 - 7:04 am
I never seem to have enough smoked paprika in the house. This sounds delicious. Thank you! Sarah - November 29, 2012 - 7:23 am
I can never find Broccolini at my grocery store but I think I will try this with broccoli instead. Rebecca - November 29, 2012 - 7:34 am
Great giveaway and great sentiment- support the treat wholeheartedly Molly - November 29, 2012 - 7:36 am
A lovely recipe and a lovely reminder to do what makes us happy, be it yoga, a walk in the park, or a relaxing dinner with loved ones. Julia Atwood - November 29, 2012 - 7:42 am
Yummy…a new way to enjoy one of my favorites! I can hardly wait to try it. Just HOW do you come up with these ideas?!! Mary Ann - November 29, 2012 - 7:46 am
Broccolini and smoked paprika, what a great combo. My coop often teases me because I am always reordering smoked paprika! I use it in most everything I cook. That is not an exaggeration! Heidi Hess - November 29, 2012 - 7:51 am
I appreciate the reminder. This is the time of year to be thankful for all we have and to remember there are some who are not so fortunate. Jennifer - November 29, 2012 - 8:09 am
Ahhh this looks amazing! I invited friends over for dinner this weekend and this will be a perfect side. Thanks for the awesome recipe (and holla to another Sagittarius!) Vee - November 29, 2012 - 8:15 am
yummy! Theresa Mundy - November 29, 2012 - 8:26 am
Would love a new cookbook. Kate - November 29, 2012 - 8:42 am
I must admit that my cooking experience has pretty much been in the “How much salt? How much pepper?” category but I’m trying to learn. If winning the new cookbook is based on “need”, I’m a winner ’cause I need to know more about cooking. :-) I don’t even know what “smoked paprika” is but I’m going to hunt it down and capture some because this looks just lovely. Gilda - November 29, 2012 - 8:44 am
These photos are so beautiful, Kimberly. Particularly that second one. I love that lighting. I also love broccolini so thanks for this recipe! Kira - November 29, 2012 - 8:50 am
Smoked paprika is a thing of beauty. Happy almost birthday and thank you for all of the incredible recipes. Kristine - November 29, 2012 - 9:01 am
I have been following your blog for a while now and am totally impressed. It is always a joy to look through and I am really looking forward to your cookbook. There is just something great about a book you can hold in your hand versus photos on a screen, even if they are beautiful. Bayle - November 29, 2012 - 9:01 am
Yum, smoked paprika. Happy almost Birthday and cheers to all the goodness that December holds. Thanks for the reminder to indulge in great things. Lara Rachowicz - November 29, 2012 - 9:06 am
I love everything a bit more with smoked paprika. I love it on eggs for breakfast! Thanks for the recipe. Kendall - November 29, 2012 - 9:13 am
I really love that second photo. How did you capture it? Jenn - November 29, 2012 - 9:42 am
Looking forward to trying this out – it sounds delicious! NicoleD - November 29, 2012 - 9:47 am
Lovely post, Kimberley. I hope you have many beautiful moments in between the busy times. Happy Birthday to you! Sarah - November 29, 2012 - 10:09 am
The broccolini looks delicious and the giveaway sounds divine! Patti - November 29, 2012 - 10:14 am
The pictures are beautiful and the recipe looks good. And healthy! Christine - November 29, 2012 - 10:19 am
Kimberley, your work is spectacular as always. I have a backlog of “Kimberley recipes to try,” which I’m hoping to attack over the holidays! Elin - November 29, 2012 - 10:26 am
That vinaigrette sounds amazing! Can’t wait to try it out! jacquie - November 29, 2012 - 10:29 am
i have to admit i find the whole holiday season to be tremendously lacking – too much emphasis on consume, consume, and consume some more and totally missing the real point of the season. but that is just my opinion. i do whole heartedly agree with you on the need to nuture ourselves though but let’s make it all and not just one season. Ok? Taye - November 29, 2012 - 10:58 am
Mmm broccolini is my favourite! Would love to try that cookbook as well! kate - November 29, 2012 - 11:00 am
Yum. Love the idea of any vegetable roasted. Will try the smoked paprika-have been using harissa a lot when I roast veggies. So good! Kristen - November 29, 2012 - 11:01 am
This looks fantastic. What would you recommend serving it with? MaryB - November 29, 2012 - 11:03 am
The recipe sounds absolutely delicious. Thanks for offering the giveaway and chance to win a lovely book. e.s. - November 29, 2012 - 11:09 am
Love your blog,and would love the cookbook! Courtney - November 29, 2012 - 11:12 am
I always tend to let stress overwhelm me, particularly at this time of year. I’ve been trying to indulge in little things lately, too. This broccolini recipe looks like the perfect opportunity for that :) Samantha - November 29, 2012 - 11:17 am
I love your blog. I have been reading it for awhile, but this is my first time posting. I loved the idea of treating yourself to the small things in life. Awesome recipe. Sasha - November 29, 2012 - 11:20 am
I absolutely agree that we need to be selfish about little pleasures so that we can be selfless in other parts of our lives – such wise words. Happy holidays Kimberely! Your recipes always spark my appetite. Now I’ll just have to hunt down some broccolini. SG - November 29, 2012 - 11:24 am
Happy Birthday fellow Sag. Big hugs, SG Bethany Kocher - November 29, 2012 - 11:29 am
I love broccolini… roasted veggies are the best with smoked salt. Stephanie - November 29, 2012 - 12:11 pm
I swear, I was going to post a comment even before I read about the giveaway. In fact, if I win, you can choose someone else. I loved everything about this post: the inspiration/reflection, photos, and delicious recipe! kelly - November 29, 2012 - 12:16 pm
This is just what I’m craving right now:) Haley - November 29, 2012 - 12:36 pm
I had been dreaming about broccolini and trying to figure out what to make, this looks perfect! Joanne Charron - November 29, 2012 - 12:49 pm
I always have broccoli I and smoked paprika on hand, but have never thought to combine the two. I look forward to enjoying this with Pacific wild salmon this evening.q alain - November 29, 2012 - 1:17 pm
I go wild for marcona almonds. Trader Joe’s has a rosemary marcona almond that I think would be so delish in this dish. linda - November 29, 2012 - 1:29 pm
Love your recipes and photos! Can’t wait to try this recipe too! Sherry Mack - November 29, 2012 - 1:57 pm
I love your thoughts on treating oneself……so important in life! And I was struck by the synchronicity of your post….my birthday is Dec. 1 too, I like the way you linked with the New Year! Thanks for the blog….. Katy Penrod - November 29, 2012 - 2:12 pm
I love that site, winning the cookbook would be awesome! ileana - November 29, 2012 - 2:27 pm
I love the idea of a smoked paprika vinaigrette! A friend brought us a tin of pimenton from her trip to Spain, and I will definitely have to use some for this recipe. Thanks! I also love the occasional little indulgence… fresh flowers, ice cream before dinner, a few new magazines. I often remind my mom that you’re not offering your friends and family the best version of yourself unless you take care of you, too. Anyway, enjoy the heck out of your favorite month! Kathryn - November 29, 2012 - 2:58 pm
I love your recipes and your blog, and I really love broccolini!! Looking forward to making this. Mary Frances Ellis - November 29, 2012 - 3:33 pm
Broccolini is one of my favorite veggies. Thanks for giving me a new way to prepare it. Nicole - November 29, 2012 - 3:58 pm
The cookbook looks great! Stephanie - November 29, 2012 - 5:10 pm
All of a sudden, I am a broccolini fan! That looks amazing! Dora - November 29, 2012 - 5:12 pm
I am SO lucky, just bought broccolini today & love smoked paprika. Thanks for a great recipe! Happy B’Day & a super great new year!! Carolyn - November 29, 2012 - 5:19 pm
The broccolini looks sooooo amazingly delicious. I’m going to have to make it for my husband! I know he’s going to love it! Katie - November 29, 2012 - 6:05 pm
I also love December – tonight’s little gifts include kale and lentil stew and some delicious dark chocolate :) kim - November 29, 2012 - 7:56 pm
A simple recipe which looks delicious. Thanks for the reminder… Hope - November 29, 2012 - 8:25 pm
Would you believe gai lan? It’s what I had on hand and it worked perfectly. A new Food52 cookbook to read at bedtime would also work perfectly, of course. Kimberly P. - November 30, 2012 - 9:31 am
I cannot wait to try this Roasted Broccolini! Thanks for the great recipe and for the opportunity to win this new cookbook. The 1st Food 52 cookbook is incredible. Kitten - November 30, 2012 - 10:21 am
This looks wonderful, not sure where I’d find Broccolini in my area, but can’t wait to look! Thanks for the wonderful giveaway too :-) Jen - November 30, 2012 - 12:44 pm
This looks amazing. I’m not sure if you can send the book to Canada, but if so, please enter my name! Loren - November 30, 2012 - 1:20 pm
That snow scene is gorgeous! Would love to browse a new cookbook! Susan - November 30, 2012 - 2:01 pm
I just discovered your blog. Lovely photos and I’ve already saved recipes I have to try. Thank you. Erin - November 30, 2012 - 2:11 pm
Good thoughts about treating oneself! Happy December! Shannon - November 30, 2012 - 4:25 pm
I’m treating myself to long shavasanas and wholesome home cooked meals. Here’s to a happy December! Kristie V. - November 30, 2012 - 5:21 pm
Thank you for treating us to an easy, new way to prepare a roasted veggie! It looks and sounds divine. Will try it soon! Andrea - November 30, 2012 - 8:08 pm
This recipe looks stunning! Thank you for your thoughts on treating oneself, always an important thing to remember! Agnes B. - November 30, 2012 - 8:42 pm
Yes, deep breath! And even though Dec is very quiet month for me and my family I still feel the frenzy and stress all around us. I sometimes secretly wish we had a bit of that craziness, and of course a touch of that lovely snow you have on your photograph. We don’t get much winter here. I promised myself one of these days I will take my daughter to a huge Christmas celebration with beautiful winter wonderland outside. So enjoy your favorite month and all the best to you, Kimberley. Anna Goodling - December 1, 2012 - 5:27 am
My favorite veggie is any one that is roasted! Would love to give your cookbook to my Mom – it would totally make her day! Love your blog. Thanks for a wonderful year! Amy - December 1, 2012 - 8:04 am
Love this simple but gorgeous recipe and your thoughtful words. It’s so important to take time for yourself so you can enjoy life without getting caught up in all its business :) Aimee - December 1, 2012 - 4:20 pm
December is a fabulous month! And I’m excited to see what other projects you’ve been working on. A book is big enough, to try to tackle other projects at the same time.. that’s impressive. Beth Jankauskis - December 2, 2012 - 7:35 am
Your pictures are gorgeous, and the cookbook sounds wonderful! Alayna - December 2, 2012 - 8:04 am
That looks absolutely delicious! I love your blog. kat - December 2, 2012 - 9:59 am
Loving smoked paprika right now! It’s a little like bacon in spice form. Rian N. - December 2, 2012 - 7:06 pm
December is the month where everybody could do with a bit of indulgence; nothing too fancy required – just a little ‘thank you’ to the self for surviving another year. Loving the thought of simple cooking and chocolate for that role~ Laurie Jesch-Kulseth - December 2, 2012 - 8:00 pm
Lovely recipe! Would love to win this new cookbook — I love their first one! Tamara Mitchell - December 3, 2012 - 4:25 am
Gorgeous photos! Dana Slatkin - December 3, 2012 - 6:23 am
You’re so right about this time of year, and we should all treat ourselves to more sanity-savers. To that end, I am so making the broccolini! Have a memorable birthday, Kim! xo from 90210, Dana Michelle - December 3, 2012 - 8:31 am
Mmm…this recipe looks lovely. And the red and green colors are quite festive. Andrea - December 3, 2012 - 10:49 am
What a wonderful giveaway! Your blog is in my daily rotation of favorites, and I look forward to reading whenever there is a new post. Simon Calls - December 3, 2012 - 12:45 pm
Sounds delicious! Searching for a career in the culinary industry? Check out the job board at culintro.com Brenda - December 4, 2012 - 7:52 am
Cookbook giveaway?! – the gift that keeps on giving! Lisa - December 5, 2012 - 7:04 am
This looks delicious. Thanks for the reminder of life/holiday sanity by grounding down and self-nurturing :) Kasey - December 5, 2012 - 10:28 am
I hope you had a fantastic birthday, Kimberley. Having lots of projects is exciting, but I agree that this time of year is all about treating yourself :) Shelley - December 5, 2012 - 2:08 pm
made this the other night and am sad I didnt make a double batch. too amazing for words! the vinegar hits the dressing just right. Gourmet Creations - February 28, 2013 - 7:13 am
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September 26, 2012
 This year, for me, seems to be defined by my comfort zone and its boundaries. I’ve been hungrily collecting those quotes, you know the ones, things like If it doesn’t scare you, it’s not worth the effort. And whatnot. Well, last weekend I taught my very first class ever – on the basics of food... by Kimberley show hide 36 comments Erin - September 26, 2012 - 7:48 pm
I can’t say I’ve ever thought of putting pears and cocoa powder together before but these crisps look amazing. As for going after things you love-how awesome! I think sometimes it’s super scary to go after things that aren’t necessarily a “sure bet” but deep down feel like the right thing (currently experiencing that myself- what a ride!) la domestique - September 26, 2012 - 8:03 pm
The pears look so good, I can’t wait to give it a go (I’m putting together a post on chocolate pear tart for tonight- hey hey!) I feel you on the pushing out of your comfort zone thing. I was toying with the idea of teaching a food styling workshop and then one of my local readers sent me an email requesting it. Ok universe, I hear you. When I saw you did a workshop it was very encouraging. Here’s to growing and putting yourself out there! Stacy - September 26, 2012 - 8:40 pm
High five to you indeed!! Sounds like an excellent season. And these crisps, my goodness. I shall be picking up a few pears at the market this weekend! Ashlae - September 26, 2012 - 8:43 pm
High five for going after the things you love, indeed! And these cocoa pear crisps are just the excuse I needed to finally (!!!) purchase a mandoline. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com - September 26, 2012 - 10:05 pm
Good luck in your future endeavours! It already looks like an amazing journey :) And that crisps? Oh my! thecitygourmand - September 27, 2012 - 12:08 am
Wow, I love how the cocoa gives the crisps such a beautiful texture ;) Tine - September 27, 2012 - 12:27 am
Yum! Kathryn - September 27, 2012 - 1:34 am
I’m so glad you posted this recipe, I was so intrigued by the picture on instagram and they sound just as delicious as I expected and the pictures here are so striking. I’m so glad that you’ve had the chance to share your amazing photography talents with people; I know I learn so much every time I visit your site. Emma @ Poires au Chocolat - September 27, 2012 - 3:05 am
These look amazing – I can’t really imagine how pear crisps taste, but I can’t wait to find out. Especially as chocolate and pear is one of my favourite combinations! Also, looks like you did a wonderful job teaching – it’s such a rush to pass on what you know. Sasha - September 27, 2012 - 3:19 am
I just added pears to my grocery list so that I can make this. Like now. Or this afternoon. I love pears and I look forward to trying them in such an intriguing and unfamiliar form (baked! and with cocoa!). And a big high five for teaching a class and going after your passions! Dianne - September 27, 2012 - 3:41 am
What a wonderful item to use on a desert will add this to my must makes. Will try them tomorrow. Big thank you for the idea. thelittleloaf - September 27, 2012 - 5:29 am
What a wonderful idea. I love the combination of chocolate and pears and these look like a beautifully light version. Beautiful beautiful photos too. Ashley - September 27, 2012 - 6:41 am
I can completely relate about life being a string of exciting unknowns. I never thought that was the path for me. I always thought my role would be behind a desk doing architecture work until retirement. My how things have changed. It’s so great you decided to teach and share you amazing talents with others. I would have loved to attend! Oh yeah…the pears sound outstanding. Courtney - September 27, 2012 - 7:19 am
Congrats on teaching your first class! That’s an amazing accomplishment. This post couldn’t have come at a better time because I just inherited 29 lbs of pears and was trying to think of other ways to use them besides preserves and jams. Cocoa, ginger, and pears = yum! jamie smith - September 27, 2012 - 9:14 am
Kimberz, I’m so proud of you! I am thrilled that you have found work that you love and makes life juicy! How exciting, indeed. High five! Now, off to make some pear crisps! XO Jacqui - September 27, 2012 - 9:36 am
Congrats on your new venture! I’m sure you did an awesome job! And I was just thinking about making some pears crisps before I saw this; same wavelength. SG - September 27, 2012 - 10:10 am
High five lady! I was just looking at two pears in the kitchen and wondering if I should eat one. Looks like fate has stepped in – thank you! Nicole - September 27, 2012 - 11:02 am
Congrats on your first workshop and these pear crisps look great! I have also been looking at a lot of quotes like the one you mentioned, hello pinterest, and thinking constantly about taking the next steps. It’s nice to know someone like you feels the same way–thank you. Beth - September 27, 2012 - 11:07 am
Congratulations on teaching your first workshop. I’m quite familiar with the “holy crap, this is a scary thing I’m about to do feeling,” but I find it always precedes incredibly worthwhile endeavors. I’d never have thought to put together cocoa and pears, but these crisps look delicious. Thank you for sharing the recipe! kickpleat - September 27, 2012 - 12:52 pm
Yay, congrats on teaching and jumping into the abyss! Always good to test boundaries and shake things up. I’m actually not a pear-lover (I’m a staunch pear-hater, actually), but these look really good. Drying them out into crisps would get rid of their mealy texture that I don’t like. Nicely done. Lottie @ Lottie's World of Cakes - September 27, 2012 - 2:40 pm
Wow, these look and sound great! What a fantastic idea! Hannah - September 27, 2012 - 9:49 pm
Yay, big high five! I’ll bet you were amazing (where was the class? SF? Let us know!) I saw the crisps come up on Food 52 and wasn’t convinced but you have swayed me. And I surely have enough pears coming in right now off our tree to try something new! Cheers to being brave, and to the things that comfort us behind the scenes of bravery :) ileana - September 28, 2012 - 9:07 am
These are lovely. Congrats on teaching your first class! Kasey - September 28, 2012 - 12:49 pm
Good for you for breaking out of the comfort zones! I think that’s when the great stuff tends to happen. Also, these crisps sound out of this world delicious. Riley - September 29, 2012 - 8:03 am
This is such a creative dish! Beautiful photos as well. Cara - September 29, 2012 - 10:59 am
Love the sound of this! Such a wonderful fall snack and so simple too. sara - September 29, 2012 - 11:43 pm
I’m so proud of you!!! The class looks like it went fabulously. You have so much to offer, wish I could have been there. You are a beautiful example of living on the edge. Go forth, lady. Oh, and the pears, amazing. Jocelyn Pascall - October 1, 2012 - 2:56 pm
These look incredible. I am totally pinning this for future consumption. Beautiful photos and nice work on the class! Usually it’s the things that scare us the most that are the most well-worth it. kale - October 1, 2012 - 5:20 pm
so pretty!! well done. :) Kathryne - October 1, 2012 - 6:38 pm
Hi five to that! Good for you, Kimberley. I’m sure I could have learned a lot from your class. I used to live near a health food store that sold dehydrated pears. Addictive! These look like cocoa-dusted homemade versions. shelley - October 2, 2012 - 6:43 pm
Hmmm. Pear crisps. That’s a new one on me, so guess what? People learned stuff. AGAIN! sarah - October 3, 2012 - 12:41 pm
Yeah, for you! Really, I love hearing of people over coming their reservations and fear, to do something they love. It’s so encouraging. And, oh! pears and cocoa! These are amazing. {I might replace the ginger with cardamom when I make them, ha. :) } MikeVFMK - October 3, 2012 - 3:16 pm
Yay for you. Breaking free from comfort is hard but rewards you. And I’m sure your students loved the time spent with you learning. Beautiful crisps, seems like the perfect response to what fall has to offer. Kelsey - October 4, 2012 - 10:27 am
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May 30, 2012
 1. ROASTED RED PEPPER HUMMUS, JARLSBERG CHEESE, CUCUMBER, BLACK PEPPER, SEA SALT. (Hard cheeses can go a long time without refrigeration.) Hello, friends! With the start of summer travels, I thought that I’d launch a series of posts about eating good, simple foods that travel well. It’s one of the greatest challenges of travel, isn’t... by Kimberley show hide 42 comments Kasey - May 30, 2012 - 10:39 am
I pretty much always travel with a bag lunch (in fact, I’ve got one packed for my trip to NYC today!). I’m always worried that cheese won’t travel well, but maybe I’m just misinformed! Love the strawberry + almond butter sando! Melissa // thefauxmartha - May 30, 2012 - 10:45 am
Love this series. We have been in and out of town the last couple months and our eating habits have gone way down the tube. We move in 4 weeks. I’m taking notes! Monique - May 30, 2012 - 10:56 am
Great suggestions! These are also great for camping :-) Sarah - May 30, 2012 - 10:57 am
LOVE this idea. Wonderful. I always try to bring food but it’s never enough, somehow. Camping is easier for me because there’s a fire/stove at the end of the day or in the morning. But on the road in the car? Difficult. Can’t wait to see more. R. E. Maley - May 30, 2012 - 11:09 am
Great series & first suggestions – and right as I’m preparing for an 8-week trip away from my kitchen & favorite food stores! Thanks a bunch. Melanie - May 30, 2012 - 11:16 am
What a great idea! I hear more and more people talking about bringing their own food on planes, rather than eating airplane food–if they even offer it! Healthier, you can eat what YOU like and better for jetlag. Win-win! Thanks for posting. Eileen - May 30, 2012 - 11:35 am
Oh, plane food is always crucial! We usually do nuts & dried fruit, baby carrots, and some sort of sandwiches–usually whatever’s in the fridge that will be sad and dead by the time we get back. Once I didn’t have time to make sandwiches, so I took half a loaf of bread, a jar of peanut butter, and a plastic knife instead. This worked fine on the outbound trip–but ont they way home, security confiscated my peanut butter for being a liquid! Peanut butter is not a liquid! In conclusion, make your sandwiches Before you go. kickpleat - May 30, 2012 - 11:35 am
I love the hummus/cuke sandwich for travels (never thought to add cheese – why not?!). And I love a grated or julienned carrot salad or cabbage slaw since those can last a while without refrigeration. Happy travels! sarah - May 30, 2012 - 11:59 am
I love this!! We always eat too much crap on the road. I have a terrible weakness for combos in gas stations [you can shake your head. I know]. We take several long car rides throughout the summer to visit family, and I am loving all your suggestions. noelle - May 30, 2012 - 12:14 pm
Homemade granola bars are my new favorite! They also make a good plane breakfast, in case cold greasy tofu + zucchini with lemon first thing in the morning isn’t your thing (a true story) lynda - May 30, 2012 - 12:15 pm
As a child, my family traveled (four kids and my parents) to the midwest every summer by car. My mom packed cucumber spears, oranges, watermelon and fried chicken for the ride. I think there peanut butter and jelly sandwiches were included on occasion. I look forward to trying your selections when I’m on the road again. Your blog is one of my favorites! thank you! Laura - May 30, 2012 - 12:29 pm
Loved peaking at this as I’m packing my bags for a flight to NY tomorrow. Good reminder to be prepared, always! Also, Justin’s nut butter packets are THE BOMB. They struck the creative genius gold mine with that one. Thanks! :) Tasha @ Stale Bread into French Toast - May 30, 2012 - 12:30 pm
What a good idea! I am starting to make my own granola bars as well. I’d love some more ideas for foods that travel well, especially those that can make it on a long road trip. ileana - May 30, 2012 - 1:01 pm
Great post! I’ve also taken to adding some sea salt to my peanut butter and fruit sandwiches. So good. Sharyn Dimmick - May 30, 2012 - 1:42 pm
Good idea to address this. I usually take almonds, dried fruit. For big trips I’ll get a deli sandwich from a good deli the day I go (or the night before). Sometimes I take carrots or an orange. cally - May 30, 2012 - 2:47 pm
Love your suggestions. I’m gluten/daity free so here’s what I take ( plus the usuals nuts and seeds) For snacking I love to have Scottish Oatcakes and a tub of hummus to dip them in, and if I have space in my bag, a tub full of cherry tomatoes to eat with each one. If I need a proper meal I do a tub of wheat free pasta with lots courgette/zucchini, green beans etc. in it which I make the night before (cause it tastes great a day later as a salad)) A thin coating of olive oil or pesto keeps it moist and tasty. As a sweet snack dark chocolate nibbled with fresh raw ginger (settles the tummy and helps avoid travel sickness). Because the flavours are strong it’s fairly easy not to over indulge.Plus if you have a bit of raw ginger it’s very fibrous, so chewing it helps with sore ears from air pressure. A bit of cinnamon bark is also good for having a chew on. Lisa - May 30, 2012 - 5:12 pm
My current favorite airplane food is bagels. I buy bagels the night before we travel (I live in NYC so great bagels are easy to come by). Then in the morning I make one everything bagel with cream cheese for my airport “breakfast” and one plain bagel with cheese for my “lunch” on the plane. (I bring a plain bagel on the plane so as no to subject my seat mates to the delicious but strong smell of an everything bagel). Bagels are great for traveling because they’re filling and don’t get squished. elle - May 30, 2012 - 5:59 pm
The wood plank makes such a simple and lovely backdrop against the white table! dafna - May 30, 2012 - 7:18 pm
this is exactly what we eat in the jam kitchen! xo! can’t wait to see more travel pics Tine - May 31, 2012 - 6:56 am
Love these tips! Carrie | acookgrowsinbrooklyn - May 31, 2012 - 8:08 am
Never have I been so captivated by sandwiches – they are beautiful! Always on my list after traveling – to be more prepared – this has inspired me and I see a summer full of better travel snacks in my future. melissa | west coast nest - May 31, 2012 - 9:55 am
Loved this post! Thank you for the great {healthy!] ideas for battling overpriced and unhealthy airline and airport food!! :) dramatic pancake - May 31, 2012 - 1:24 pm
GREAT ideas! I always kick myself when I end up paying $10 for a piece of turkey and cheese stuck between stale bread (aka airport sandwiches). I’m going to have to remember this for next time! Kate @ eatrecyclerepeat - June 1, 2012 - 3:46 am
baby carrots are my favorite snack, but I bring entire meals on flights with me. Last time it was a roasted vegetable salad with zucchini, butternut squash, cauliflower, and red onions. I also really like dried sweet potatoes or sweet potato chips, chestnuts, or an apple. gray - June 1, 2012 - 4:47 am
holy crap these photos are unbelievable. this is my first visit, love it! xoxo Vida - June 1, 2012 - 6:12 am
Thanks so much for this post. I travel on and off for work and leaving NYC gets sad when it comes to food. This helps to have more than nuts dried fruit and water. Have a trip overseas and this tip will come in handy. nicole - June 1, 2012 - 9:43 am
I brought nature’s path oatmeal w. me this winter on my trip to Costa Rica, and it totally saved me. I am definitely an oatmeal-in-the-morning kinda girl! I am now craving almond butter + strawberry sandwiches … no travel required :) Carly - June 1, 2012 - 10:00 am
Great post! I always take fruit with me on international flights (and make sure to eat everything before I officially cross the border). Something about eating fresh and healthy food also seems to help with jet lag. Lynda - June 1, 2012 - 11:36 am
Great idea. I always forget to bring my own food. Perhaps I should pack a snack that boosts memory. Jacqui - June 2, 2012 - 10:50 am
Love this post! I travel/road trip a lot in the Summer too. One thing I like to do is make a big batch of granola, then pick up plain yogurt at grocery stores and enjoy with fresh fruit. Burritos and a container full of homemade pancake mix seems to always make it in too! Allison - June 4, 2012 - 6:16 am
Great post! Just in time for summer travels. I will definitely try some of your travel food ideas next time I venture out on a long trip. It all looks very appealing and nutritious. A great alternative to the airport food and gas station snacks. Thanks! Juicer - June 5, 2012 - 12:36 pm
I would never have thought of this one. It looks great and I don’t have to fly to eat it. Kathryne - June 5, 2012 - 9:39 pm
For some reason, I usually forget that bringing my own food to the airport is even an option. I did make it home with some leftover Momofuku Milk Bar cookies this time, though! Your options look much healthier and more satisfying. I think I’ll eat almond butter on toast with fruit tomorrow morning for breakfast. :) Anyway, I had the greatest time meeting you in New York! So glad we could get to know each other over the course of two fun evenings. Thank you for making sure I got home on Friday night, I owe you one. Hope our paths cross again soon! Amanda - June 14, 2012 - 9:25 am
This was something I needed to read today. There are some days I spend a lot of time on the road doing errands and I end up eating total garbage from gas stations or fast food places. I actually feel ashamed going through the drive through with all my bumper stickers proclaiming the wonders of raw milk, lard, and kale. Lindsey Royal Anderson - June 26, 2012 - 3:49 pm
Oh my yum! Thank you for the inspiration! Jenny - July 1, 2012 - 6:11 am
We bring our own food too – lots, for the kids. And I try to bring relatively low-odor snacks after one flight when I was newly expectant and a fellow passenger unpacked his pungent (and no doubt delicious) meal. That was torture to my oversensitive nose and already nauseous tummy. Your options look great, and why have I not heard of Justin’s? I will be searching for it now! Denise Kelley - July 15, 2012 - 8:25 pm
How do you get food of any kind past airport security? I live in Seattle and airport security will take anything that is not for babies or toddlers. Restaurants in Velachery Chennai - November 6, 2012 - 2:58 am
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