Author: Jen Manglos
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Soul Food: I’m Passionate About . . . Passion Fruit!
I’m Passionate About . . . Passion Fruit! By Lorraine Manglos Have you ever even seen a passion fruit? They really are ugly – a dark purplish color and all wrinkled up. Cut them open and you will see not much inside either. There is a bit of fiber, juice and seeds. Yep, that’s passion…
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I Don’t Know
I don’t know. This is a phrase I detest, if I am honest. I like knowing things. I value information. I appreciate knowing which direction I am headed. This is unfortunate for many reasons. Mainly, because I am not omniscient. Also, because knowing all the things does nothing but create the illusion that I am…
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Soul Food: More Than Just a Cheesecake—Five Years In
More Than Just a Cheesecake—Five Years In By Andrew Camp September 12, 2009, a blind-date that forever changed my life. I really cannot believe it has been five years. Five years ago, I dared to dream, dared to risk, dared to experiment. Five years ago, it started with a simple bowl of chocolate malt crunch…
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How to Lose a Guy in Two Moves
I discovered I have a special talent. It’s one I have used for years, unknowingly. Last week I was out celebrating a friend’s birthday at a food hall. There was a DJ playing all sorts of fun music, from the Fresh Prince of Bel Air theme (of which I am proud to say I know…
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Soul Food: Bliss in the South of France
Bliss in the South of France By Michelle Doerr If you want to get engaged (or trapped, depending on how you look at it) in a long, descriptive, passionate conversation sometime, ask a foodie what his or her favorite food experience has been. I thought I’d ask myself the same question for this post (mainly…
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Afraid
I anxiously walked through the half-empty building, expecting someone to kick me out at any moment. My mom was much more composed. I had this deep feeling that I should not be there. And that caused me great distress. I couldn’t even quite explain it in the moment. I mean, if we had been kicked…
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Soul Food: Hatch Green Chiles
Hatch Green Chiles: It’s a Family Thing By Monica Romig Green Mid-August is a special time for people who love Southwestern food. Fresh Hatch green chiles have arrived in specialty grocery stores for their very limited one-month season. Ranging from mild to hot, these bright green chiles draw food lovers of all kinds with their…
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Soul Food: Meet the Team
I’m excited to introduce you to the writing team for Soul Food! Remember to join us each Friday as we offer up various thoughts on food – covering restaurant recommendations and recipes to theological thoughts on feasting. Andrew Camp Food and the table have played a central role throughout my life. Growing up, part of…
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Nectarine
Nectarine This is a nectarine to remember. Sweet, juicy, and perfectly ripe. Each year I look forward to summer and the promise of all its delectable fruits – especially the promise of nectarines. The less hairy sibling of the peach (and if it wasn’t for the fuzz, I would love peaches), it is one of…
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Brave Conversations on Suicide
Like many, I was saddened to hear the news of Robin William’s suicide this week. In light of this news, we are given a glimpse into the deeper reality of his life. While he made many laugh, he himself suffered greatly. My dad noticed yesterday that the phrase being used on the news is “he…