All Things Chill

I never thought that I’d ever consider moving to a souther state here in the U.S… until I learned that they eat like ^^^^ this (bigger picture here) every Sunday. Catfish, ribeye steaks, beans n’ rice… there was more, but nothing else would’ve fit! You know that I was dying to eat [...]

I just realized that I haven’t remembered any of the dreams that I’ve had in the past month.
That kinda makes me sad.
I’ll try to remember tomorrow.
Until then,
XOXO,
~Herschell

Celery braised in roasted chicken stock and sake with freshly grated Peccorino Romano cheese on a bed of lemon basmati rice.
Larger view here. I visited the Civic Center farmer’s market again today, looking to spend some coins that were jiggin’ in my pocket… and I came home with a few carrots and a rubber [...]

A whole roasted boneless chicken, topped with a red Thai curry sauce served with a salad of baby greens and red onions, lemon basmati rice, toasted flatbread, and Thai iced coffee mixed with a touch of chocolate soymilk.
Short Clip. I’ve been taking things a lot slower around here… cooking for friends and relaxing when [...]

Sunday Brunch for three in Oakland, California. Mis en place (definition):
Ingredients:
White wine vinegar
Butter
Jalapeno
Eggs
Lemon
Salt
Black pepper
Bone-in country ham
English Muffins / Instant Polenta
Asparagus
Mint
Strawberries
Club soda / Tonic water
Hardware:

French knife
Santoku (Japanese veg. knife)
Zester
Cutting board
Sauce pan
Saute pan
Large mixing bowl (metal or glass)
Strainer
Ladle
Tongs
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Heat-resistant spatula
…and la whole lotta love.
Superman Returns in IMAX (and 3D) tomorrow. WHOO HOO!
~Spec

You know how there are times where you’re just fighting with yourself whether or not to get something to eat or go back to sleep and then get a call from some friends to see if you want to eat breakfast and then you say yes so they say they’ll call you right back and [...]

So you know how you go out with some friends on a Friday night and you end up at a bar that is packed and the dj is actually spinning shit that you really want to dance to and you’re having a great time drinking strong drinks and shaking your booty and then your friend [...]

Having someone you can honestly say is your soulmate is something very precious to me. The thought that two people can create a brand new life from said love is almost unimaginable. To combine the essence of two souls into a separate, yet oh so connected consciousness, is a beautiful thing. It’s [...]

Remember that watch from earlier this month?
Dear Herschell,
Thank you for your e-mail and I’m sorry for the delay on your order. We are expecting to receive the item from the manufacturer any day. We will inform you when the item is shipped out.
I look forward to assist you with any other questions [...]

Om Records. This Friday (July 21st) @ the Mezzainine SF. Good natured music. Music to nod your head to.
~Spec

I was walking around Macy’s men’s department a few days ago and happened upon the male counter-part of my favorite women’s fragrance: Issey Miyake. What I was surprised to find was a green-er and more refreshing limited edition of the fragrance that came out this summer. Sephora’s description follows:
New! Limited [...]

It’s a huge day today. BIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIG PROJECT. Let’s hope the plantains come in!
Wish me good luck!
~Spec