Monthly Archives: November 2011

Ful and Falafel at Cafe Lili

Posted on November 24, 2011 by J.C. Reid

Cafe Lili – Falafel appetizer Fava beans are one of the oldest staple crops of the Middle East. First documented some 5000 years ago, references to fava beans can be found in Pharaonic Egypt as well as the Bible. As … Continue reading →

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The Story of San Marzano Tomatoes

Posted on November 14, 2011 by J.C. Reid

Rega brand DOP San Marzano Tomatoes In the food-mad country of Italy there are several ingredients that are venerated above all others. Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Prosciutto di Parma ham, and Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena vinegar are just a few that … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Trip to Austin, Texas

Posted on November 10, 2011 by J.C. Reid

A quick weekend trip to Austin yielded riches of barbecue at the new John Mueller BBQ and an epic upscale dinner at Foreign & Domestic. Click on individual photos to see a larger version. John Mueller BBQ [flickr-gallery mode=”photoset” photoset=”72157628033162668″] … Continue reading →

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A Tiny Empire Flies Under the Radar

Posted on November 7, 2011 by J.C. Reid

The original Tiny Boxwoods Tiny Boxwoods is one of the more confounding restaurants in Houston. First, as far as I know, it doesn’t advertise or solicit publicity. It rarely, if ever, sponsors fancy wine dinners or celebrity chef-type events. Recently, … Continue reading →

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Southern-style Pulled Pork in Houston

Posted on November 6, 2011 by J.C. Reid

Fainmous BBQ In a recent article about chilorio, or Mexican-style pulled pork, I lamented the lack of a good American version of this classic dish in Houston. American-style pulled pork is a quintessential dish of the south, made famous in … Continue reading →

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