August 16, 2007
My Disillusionment Is Complete
Well, not just now, because it's been that way for a while. But I'm big enough to admit that, when Hugo Chávez first became the popularly elected President of Venezuela, I excused his past...Posted by joe lance on 12:26 PM
May 30, 2007
One Reason to Distrust the Ethanol Lobby
I get a lot of environmentally conscious email from a sender named "Charlie Peters." I never signed up for these e-comms, but I replied once to something I received, and they never stopped coming...Posted by joe lance on 09:47 PM
May 21, 2007
That Guy Who Eats Weird Food
I eat some things that "normal" people don't care for. Asparagus. Guacamole. Tofu burger. Meatballs made without meat, but with mushrooms, nuts, onions, and stuff instead. And, even though I limit my intake of...Posted by joe lance on 10:23 PM
April 22, 2007
Drink Your Vegetables
Sunday, late morning — it's the perfect time for a Bloody Mary. Just what constitutes this popular beverage is worthy of some debate, but here's my take on it: Start with a potato vodka....Posted by joe lance on 12:32 PM
February 05, 2007
Monday Ritual
I've taken to watching Anthony Bourdain's "No Reservations" on the Travel Channel. It's a good way to unwind right after arriving home from band practice. Food, drink, travel, culture and "New York attitude" make...Posted by joe lance on 10:53 PM
January 23, 2007
Vegetarian Sausage-Rice Casserole
I've made this twice now, and it seems to be holding up. Tweaking still could occur. It's not vegan, but if you're vegan you probably know of a good substitute for the cream of...Posted by joe lance on 10:29 PM