Most of the members of the Amaryllidaceae Plant Family or the Onion Plant Family are rather stinky! Here are some of the members of the onion family: Veggies:Â Garlic, leeks, onions, scallions and shallots Herbs:Â Chives Flowers: Â Alliums, amaryllis & agapanthus Similarities: The onion family tolerates chilly temperatures which means that the annuals (like garlic) […]
We finally got to check out 40 North at Alphabet City – what a great restaurant on the North Side of Pittsburgh. Alan tried the North Martini (on the right) and I got the Shore Leave (on the left). While they were very different, I really liked both! Ingredients of the North Martini: Gin or […]
The formal name of the carrot family is Umbelliferae which refers to the upside down umbrella shape of the flowers of these plants.  This family could also be called the Umbrella Family! Here are some of the family members: Veggies: Celery, celeriac (celery root), carrot, parsnip and parsley root Herbs: Anise, caraway, chervil, cilantro, coriander, […]
