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The City with a Personality Complex

by Dining Minx on January 8, 2011 · 0 Comments

The new year dashed into Tel Aviv. Rain finally came too, bringing much relief to this old, dried out desert. In Tel Aviv, the seasons blurred into a haze, adopting the undeterred character of its surroundings. Throughout December, you wouldn’t have guessed it was winter. No signs of Christmas, 80 degrees and a blazing sun [...]

Lunchtime – Not for the Faint Hearted

by Dining Minx on December 16, 2010 · 2 Comments

Lunchtime in the many cafes across Tel Aviv is a constant reminder of why I think this country has one of the strongest culinary scenes in the world. Gone are the days of lunchtime offerings of flimsy slices of bread filled with a lining of cheese and pickle, cut in half and sat for days [...]

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Reinventing the Already Fabulous – Leftover Chicken with Tomatoes & Crispy Chorizo

by Dining Minx on December 7, 2010 · 0 Comments

There are literally 1000s upon 1000s of food blogs. Far too many to consider. Why would I bother pursuing a food blog with so many in mind, you may ask. My first move towards blogging was defined by my move to Israel. I took writing oh so seriously, in the hope that I could build [...]

Thanksgiving by the Brit

by Dining Minx on November 28, 2010 · 2 Comments

Most of my friends in Israel are American, which means I have become extremely knowledgable on American traditions, foods and un-humourous humour. I even have had the pleasure of participating in a Thanksgiving dinner, and this year was no expectation, except for the fact that this Brit was hosting! Some may say I had no [...]

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A Twist on Tomato Sauce by the Saucy Chef

by Dining Minx on November 2, 2010 · 2 Comments

Whilst living in the US last year, I watched an excessive amount of television. To be precise, my TV set was stuck on Bravo TV and Food Network for a large part of the day. Inspiration from the Barefoot Contessa, Iron Chefs, Top Chefs and Martha was flowing in my culinary cerebral cortex, as I [...]

Minx’s Favourite Pasta Creations – Whilst on a Budget and in a Funk

by Dining Minx on October 27, 2010 · 1 Comments

I haven’t been in the best of moods lately. I am working from home, which I hate. I don’t reap any financial benefits from my start-up business, which I hate even more. When mixing a depressed state of mind with a lack of funding, you end up with one desperate cook turning to desperate culinary [...]

A New Year, the Persian Way

by Dining Minx on September 8, 2010 · 2 Comments

Tonight, Jewish homes across the globe join to celebrate the Jewish New Year. In Israel, this simply means a nation fully focused on food: preparing, serving, sharing and discussing. Family meals and barbeques define the two-day stretch. My ashkinazi traditions direct me towards a roasted bird, chopped liver and kugel. My marital, serphardi/tripoli traditions mean [...]

Simplicity in Good Food – Duck with Raspberry Reduction

by Dining Minx on August 25, 2010 · 0 Comments

I am currently working on a new ‘food’ project. I have been zipped up tight and cannot reveal a thing. This is a tough situation for a girl like me. However, I can say the entire process is tugging at every cord of the Dining Minx. I am confronting my inner battles, as I struggle to [...]

Cooling for the Summer – Spicy Avocado, Cucumber and Coconut Cold Soup

by Dining Minx on August 17, 2010 · 0 Comments

It is too hot in Tel Aviv right now. Its hard enough walking down the street in the daytime, let alone being behind a hot stove and cooking dinner at night. Times like this, I try and keep my meals simple, light and involving as little heat as possible. This cold soup recipe, by Marcia [...]

An Indian Banquet – Lamb Korma, Chicken Tikka Masala and Garlic Na’an Bread

by Dining Minx on July 20, 2010 · 0 Comments

Dinner round the table with dear friends is a favourite pastime. For successful dinner party execution, its best to make dishes that can be prepared in advance. Last Friday evening, I made an array of Indian dishes and Persian pistachio and saffron ice-cream. Given that most could be made in advance, I had ample to [...]