Monthly Archives: January 2013

Food for the greater good?

Posted on January 14, 2013 by The soup lady

With a slow-going job search on my hands, lately I’ve been having entrepreneurial thoughts. Given my family’s disastrous experiments with business initiatives (failed restaurants, lost money, strained familial ties, etc., etc.) I am rather hesitant to even consider starting my … Continue reading →

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Noodle snack: Mi xao

Posted on January 6, 2013 by The soup lady

If you’ve ever lived, vacationed, or worked with me, you know that I can EAT.  Former office mates will attest to my early lunch cravings (10:30-ish) and constant snacking.  In fact, at work retreats that lasted over several days at … Continue reading →

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Banh Cuon

Posted on January 1, 2013 by The soup lady

This may come as no surprise to most of you, but Vietnamese food just ain’t quick nor easy.  The soups can take upwards of 8 hours to simmer; there are endless vegetables and herbs to wash and chop; heck, even … Continue reading →

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