Testing them Blogging Waters again
February 17, 2008 at 12:15 pm | In blahblah |
I think I might be back, but not too camera-friendly just yet. oldish pictures of Swiss-based food will have to do for now…
the gratin up there was made using soy macaroni, the cashew ricotta from V-con [made with mostly pine nuts instead, as we ran out of cashew nuts], a simple marinara, and some cheezy sauce on top [from V-con too]. a great way to get ready for a 24+ trip home, let me tell you!
speaking of which, while vegan meals on Lufthansa are absolutely delicious and rich in good veggies and fresh fruit, they’re a bit lacking in protein: used to be that we received at least a salad of mixed beans [coupled with the grains they gave us, it was great], but now we either get none of this or just some sort of spread like Tartex. I kind of felt it the day after since it made the “getting over the jetlag” deal a bit tougher. I’ll be sure to grab something protein-packed from home next time instead…
these were supposed to be chocolate chai snickerdoodles, but using a different sort of margarine and sugar (we had Panela) made them out to taste exactly like Bruns de Bâle, except for the texture. we didn’t have allspice but used “Butty pain d’épices” instead. I tried to look for info on the stuff online, but came out empty. same thing for the Bruns de Bâle, not many pictures or information to be found on the net in English at least. sorry!
anyway, it was haaaaaaaaaard leaving them behind for my dad to eat. because I’m greedy like that.
my dad’s version of the no-knead bread. not sure exactly what seeds and flours he used for it, except that he milled the grains and all that jazz himself. dedicated much? it was absolutely delicious!
I think I’m back on my feet enough to start baking and cooking again, especially since I’ve already done so yesterday. and yes, I still owe you that Kahlua roll recipe.
I’ve seen all the beautiful things you guys prepared thanks to google reader, but haven’t felt too chatty. hopefully that’ll come back soon. cheers!
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Welcome back! I’m glad the trip went well, 24 hours is long. I’ve never traveled that far! The gratin picture and description are making me hungry. Anyway, take your time to get back into the cooking/baking at home (though I am looking forward to the roll recipe)!
Comment by Bonnie — February 17, 2008 #
Welcome home, I’m glad you’re back and starting to recover! No rush of course, just post as it comes. :)
Comment by BitterSweet — February 17, 2008 #
Celiiiine! So glad you’re back! 24 hours is a long trip, you take a rest, girl!
PS-The food looks awesome by the way, as usual.
Comment by ashmacaroon — February 17, 2008 #
It is really good to have you back! I hope that you had a great trip! I look forward to seeing more creations soon!!! Welcome home!
Comment by Sarena — February 17, 2008 #
nice to have you back.
nice looking food, of course. that bread picture almost inspired me to get right up and make some bread myself. Except that with that no-knead bread, I wouldn’t be able to eat it until tomorrow.
yes, I am a recent acquaintance of long, long travels - after heading 1/2 way around the world to India & back, and now I”m off to China in another week or so. Phew.
Comment by amey — February 17, 2008 #
Welcome back, C!!! It’s so cool that you cook with your family when you visit, and that your dad makes such amazing bread… It looks so professional! Amazing.
Comment by textual bulldog — February 17, 2008 #
I missed you guys too much for words. good luck with the trip, Amey, be safe!
Comment by Celine — February 17, 2008 #
Welcome back! I am impressed your airline even has vegan meals, but sorry about the lack of protein…I hope you are feeling better and less jet-legged!
Courtney
Comment by Courtney — February 17, 2008 #
Welcome back! I’m glad to hear about Lufthansa, I’ll be flying home from Germany with them.
Comment by melisser — February 18, 2008 #
this is so exciting, melisser! can’t wait to see the pics/hear about your trip. when are you going?
Comment by Celine — February 18, 2008 #