From Corporate Carol to Non-Profit Neema

Sorry I have been MIA for awhile, friends.  I got caught up...becoming "gainfully employed" (to quote Someera) - woohoo!!!  And I've decided this momentous occasion is my cue to finally talk about the elephant in the room (thank you, Modern Family, for providing the visual - you never fail me).

Now this is a story all about how

My life got flipped turned upside down

And I'd like to take a minute just sit right there

I'll tell you how I became the prince of a town called Bel-Air my new career came to bear

Seeing the World, One Food Market at a Time

If you ever doubt that romance is alive, just read and re-read this kind, thoughtful, creative & innocent request posted on goodfoodjobs.com.  This man is keenly aware that he eats to live while his girlfriend lives to eat, acknowledges their differences and then figures out how he can still make her happy.  Just so sweet.

It inspired me to share some pictures from the fantastic food markets I've visited: Borough Market in London with hubz and Meera (easily our favorite venue on the whole trip); Old Port Farmers Market in Quebec City where hubby and I celebrated our 2 year anno; and, Jean-Talon Market in Montreal.  It was also a gentle reminder of how lucky I am for the many kindred spirits in my life.  And in case you are wondering - in the spirit of paying it forward - of course I am applying for the position of "foodie friend" - in fact I'm using this blog post as my submission!

The Incredible Husk

Sign #1

(you know how much I LOVE plays on words)

Best. Commercial. Ever.

I was quite unsure of whether to go down this path on my blog but then I got a few signs which all echoed a resounding YES! DO IT!  I mean, what the heck, this blog is mostly about food and friendship, and digestion is an important, relevant topic to both.

New Year's Resolution: More Washing & Drying

a tribute to this blog's namesake - cilantro

In accordance with my mega-organized personality, one of my resolutions for the new year is to get our greens in shape for use as soon as they arrive at Reddy Kitchen.  I know this may sound downright silly, but we would make so many more smoothies and add so many more herbs to dishes if we could just grab them from the fridge, give 'em a quick chop and not have to worry about washing them each and every time.