Just Because

Who is this handsome devil you ask? Why Kevin O'Briant (the Kevin O'Briant), my old roomie from Humboldt Park days. I had the pleasure of seeing him in Washington, D.C. this weekend. I am posting his photo here purely as punishment for calling my blog lame. The same thing could happen to you, so watch it.

Salad Revolution

I just wanted to share this dressing recipe with all y'all. We have been devouring salads like crazy since discovering it, and we were formerly not salad people. It even seems not to compromise the overall healthiness of your salad (and if tahini causes cancer of the retina, please do not tell me). Check it out:

Tahini Dressing (from epicurious.com)
1/3 cup well-stirred tahini (Middle Eastern sesame paste)
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Blend everything together until smooth. I leave out the sugar.

Yay for Mothers!

My sister and brother-in-law sent my mother these flowers for Mother's Day, and she rewarded us all with this awesome photo. She's such a good sport about us being dispersed to the coasts and not there to take her out for brunch (her favorite thing in the world).

I love you, Mom! Also, check out this Web site, celebrating mothers in all their momish glory.