Kraken Gold Spiced Rum, From The Depths Of The Sea

The Kraken is an enormous sea monster of legend, said to appear off the coasts of Norway. It had a co-starring role in “Clash Of The Titans,” where it was commanded to destroy cities by the Greek Gods. It will appear this month in a less frightening, animated version, “Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken.” Ruby discovers…
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Lady M’s New Guava Mille Crepes Cake & The History Of Guava

Last month for Mother’s Day we treated ourselves to a Lady M Mille Crêpes Cake in the special flavor for the season, lavender (photo #3). It was divine (here’s our review). Now, in time for Father’s Day and all of summer, Lady M launches another flavor (and we hope, a permanent addition to the collection),…
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Falafel Tips & Recipes For International Falafel Day

Save calories and carbs: skip the pita and serve falafel with romaine leaves (photo © Sun Basket). Check out the link for their recipe for tempeh falafel, instead of traditional chickpeas.   June 12th is International Falafel Day, celebrating a vegan Middle Eastern street food that’s become very popular in the U.S. It’s an especially…
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