Random thoughts and the city of Montpellier. Visiting a new place is always exciting, little matter if its just one and a half hour drive from home. As long as it takes you away from daily routine it counts as traveling in my book. And I hope it also does in yours.

8 Delicious Ways to Use Tomatillos Huevos Divorciados. Shrimp and Melon Ceviche Tostadas. Jump into spring with this shrimp and melon ceviche! Pile this bright and citrusy salad on top of crunchy tostadas for a light meal or an easy appetizer at your next backyard party. Raw Margarita Cheesecake Bars from Hungry by Nature.

This is a sponsored post, but all opinions are my own. In the early 2000s I moved from a cozy life and career in the TV business in Miami to the chaos, duality and unpredictability of Mexico City.

Salud de Paloma Extra Virgin Olive Oil. We promise to deliver the freshest farm to table products, using natural, locally sourced ingredients, as part of our commitment to healthy lifestyles. Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704.

Cooking, Eating, Living My Sweet Life in Texas. Honey Cream Cheese Filled Crepes with Grilled Peaches.

John Tesar is a no slouch. He is owner and executive chef at Knife. He has a cookbook in the works with Jordan Mackay, co-author with Aaron Franklin of F. He is developing an Italian restaurant concept. And he is partner-operator at Apheleia Restaurant Group. During a phone conversation, Tesar went a long way to assure me of his seriousness.

Salsa Verde Cremosa Creamy Green Salsa. In Mexico, tacos are usually eaten as a street food. It is not often that people make them in their homes as a dinner because there really is no point. Why? Well, in Mexico City, you can find a taco stand on practically every street corner.

Join us for the ride. Tuesday, January 13, 2015. First College Football Playoff National Champions. My brother, of course, made it down to Dallas and into the game to witness history. Even NYC got into the festivities, on my drive home, I was able to see the majestic Empire State Building lit up in Scarlet and Grey. Go Buckeyes! Tuesday, December 30, 2014. The cutest delivery guy around. I took a quick detour back to the alma mat.