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Food Writing
Musings on food and the memories it makes.


Asian Fusion Tapas
This birthday dinner incorporates a key piece of feedback from my star diner: reduce the amount of cooking between courses. This meal is...
Jessica Nyquist
Apr 9, 20251 min read


Vegetarian Valentine's Day
A romantic, seasonal valentine's dinner date menu. This menu is ambitious and elaborate, which is perfect for a special date night but...
Jessica Nyquist
Jan 1, 20251 min read


Christmasukkah Vegan Family Dinner
This year, Christmas and the first night of Hanukkah landed on the same night, calling for a celebration and feast. This meal has two...
Jessica Nyquist
Dec 30, 20243 min read


Winter Cozy Food Date Night
Menu: Rosemary focaccia ( recipe ) Caramelized cabbage ( Bon Appetit , skipped the yogurt topping) Turmeric coconut cauliflower ( Bon...
Jessica Nyquist
Dec 29, 20241 min read


Vegetarian Tapas NYE Celebration
I love NYE -- the moment of reflection, the eagerness for the new, the declaration of intentions, the pause to celebrate a blank slate. I...
Jessica Nyquist
Dec 28, 20241 min read


Winter Vegetarian Date Night
A cozy menu that requires 2-2.5 hours to prepare. Great for a Saturday night after a long day in the snow. This three-course dinner date...
Jessica Nyquist
Dec 27, 20243 min read
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