Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Cake Dreams

In celebration of A. Kole's viva, completion of PhD, and return to Medical School, his roommates and I decided to make a "Med School" themed cake. This was the first time I've ever used fondant, and I was surprised that it wasn't too difficult to handle. Not that I'm saying we're complete experts, but it's easy to get into. You're basically playing with clay-like frosting. The next time you consider making a cake instead of buying, I highly recommend giving this stuff a go.

Monday, August 12, 2013

Mac across the Pond




Obvs taken on a diff occasion. This time out of it's bowl with a "Home-made Cod Fish Finger Sandwich"

Having lived in England for two years, I of course have craved some American eats. Along with burgers, mac & cheese (or as the Brits call it “macaroni cheese”) is probably one of my biggest misses. Bill’s, a strangely American- and British- feeling restaurant founded by an Australian guy, offers some tasty mac. If you prefer the dry creamier kind, then this might not be your fave, but if you’re into saucy mac, this will be your thing. Leeks are included to add an extra kick along with a blanket of breadcrumbs.


I want to take some time to also talk about the cute décor of the place. So it's sort of a chain in England, but it’s aesthetic is quite appealing. I like to call it industrial chic: exposed pipes chilling with chandeliers and vintage-y kitchen products. Sure, it’s probably being marketed to yupsters, but it’s pretty damn effective!

Bill's (various locations)
London:
St. Martin's Courtyard WC2E 9AB

Oxford:
Northgate Hall, St. Michael's Street OX1 2DU