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It's Official! My Etsy shop is up and running!!
There's only a few items in there like this freakin' adorable shirt,
This tomato red secretary dress,
and these amazing mid-century mugs.
But... it's up and running and it's all mine.
Stop by and poke around. SpiceDish Vintage is open for business.
EB
This past Saturday, I took a cooking class. Not just any class but a souffles class given by resident artist/goofball/hospitality chef/chef instructor Joe Wittenbrook. The class is held, not in a lab-like industrial kitchen, but in the front 'salon' of Joe's Duboce Park apartment that does double duty as his art studio. The studio cum kitchen is filled with random art objects and family photos that make you feel as if you're in the kitchen of a friend who happens to be a much better cook than you (and who happened to teach European cuisine at the CCA) After being introduced around to the rest of the small class, you are treated to bad jokes, friendly banter and a demo of the day's offerings before you're let loose to try it yourself. Because really, the best way to learn is by doing.
mmmmm chocolate....
We made 5 different souffles: cheese, spinach, chocolate, lemon and Grand Marnier. They were all delicious and all of them came out great despite mistakes and timing issues and the several bottles of wine that were drunk by students. It really took the fear and mystique out of souffle making. The 3 hour class flew by and after stuffing ourselves silly on the puffy golden goodness of the fifth souffle it was time to head back out into the sunshine (minor tummy aches in tow).
Easy as souffle!
Joe truly appreciates his students as he proves with the good natured hug he gives you on your way out. He's silly and a little unconventional, but stern when it comes to safety and technique. If you want a class with a personal touch check out Joe's schedule here.
Grand Marnier. My fave of the day!
Chef Joe's Culinary Salon
16B Sanchez street
San Francisco, CA 94114
Enjoy!
EB
See that up there? That is the banner for my very awesome, soon to be a reality, web store. It's not up and running yet but it will be soon. I'll have amazing vintage finds for women, men and some great (mostly mid-century) housewares too! There will also be a smattering of cook books and other kitcheney items.
Stay tuned!!
EB
