Category Archives: Dinner

Mac & Cheese for Friends-giving-mas-wanza-anukah

Posted on November 10, 2014 by chezsylvia

To kick off the holiday season, I threw a party.  I called it Friends-giving-mas-wanza-anukah.  Just to cover all of my bases. I made it a potluck and my contribution was mac & cheese and an apple pie.  I figured something … Continue reading →

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Beer Braised Short Rib

Posted on March 9, 2014 by chezsylvia

I love reading recipes.  Especially when at the end, I think, I can do that.  Then I do, and I either realize, it’s a whole lot harder than it sounds, or it was really simple and now I have another … Continue reading →

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Knife Fights, Turkey Trunks and Old Lady Bathing Suits: Kicking off Holiday Season 2013

Posted on December 3, 2013 by chezsylvia

It’s not as exciting as the title may suggest.  I just wanted to pique your interest… So, here is another reason why I need one of those Life Alert things: Yup.  That is a knife, that flew out of my … Continue reading →

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Quickie Dinner: Roasted Mushroom Kale and Chicken with Buttermilk Biscuits

Posted on November 25, 2013 by chezsylvia

My kitchen never stays clean for long. I’m just having immediate family over for Thanksgiving.  Small informal affair.  But I still had to go on a massive cleaning spree on Sunday to make the apartment guest worthy (a perk of … Continue reading →

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Pork Chops and Peaches for dinner

Posted on August 11, 2013 by chezsylvia

The one thing I love about summer is how many fruits and veggies are now in season.  Peaches, berries of all kinds, squash, kale and corn. While I was on my Sunday Run-day this morning, I realized that it is … Continue reading →

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Searching for a Running Buddy, Stopping for Shrimp and Coconut Grits

Posted on July 21, 2013 by chezsylvia

Finding a running buddy is like dating. You can run a lot with an assortment of people, hoping to find the right group or person you click with enough to start meeting on a regular basis. The unwritten rule of … Continue reading →

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Not Just for Bagels and Frosting: Peanut Butter and Cream Cheese Sandwiches

Posted on July 15, 2013 by chezsylvia

I switched cable providers recently.  When I moved in, there was only one provider to choose from.  It seems when they built the building, they entered into a contract with this provider and everything was wired up for them.  However, … Continue reading →

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Ditching the Diet for Burgers and Beer: Westchester Magazine’s Burger Beer Bash 2013

Posted on June 9, 2013 by chezsylvia

I’ve mentioned in previous posts that I try to be a flexatarian.  Meaning, I follow mostly a plant based diet, but will eat a little meat.    However there are some times where the gloves are off and the whole … Continue reading →

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You Just Don’t Know Until You Try: Ham & Gruyere Quiche

Posted on March 18, 2013 by chezsylvia

The Crossfit Games Open adventures continue! This week was the second workout of the series, workout 13.2: As Many Reps as Possible in 10 minutes (AMRAP 10) of the following: 5 Shoulder to Overhead with 75 pounds (Basically, do whatever … Continue reading →

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In Need of A Super Salad: Salmon Bok Choi Salad

Posted on March 14, 2013 by chezsylvia

Just to show you that I am, in fact, human, let me share with you what I did Thursday morning. I don’t think I have ever done this before, so I’m a little ashamed, but hey, such is life. My … Continue reading →

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