Several years back I began subscribing to the newspaper the Journal News, basically so I could get the weekend coupons. With my subscription I was given a trial to access their online content. Figuring I would have more time to read online then the actual paper, I took them up on their offer. I went right to the lohud site (which pertains to my area, the lower Hudson Valley) and was surprised to see so much great content online that seems to get missed out when produced in print. Throughout their site they feature fascinating videos, vivid photography and a large selection of blogs and specialty columns.
I was naturally drawn to the food blogging section in hopes of finding some tips on local restaurants. Sure enough, there is plenty of that to read. These great bloggers, who are from the lohud area, share their knowledge on many topics familiar to them ranging from veganism, craft beers and fresh spices.
While browsing I stumbled upon a recent post that surely caught my eye. In relation to several posts I've made on this current blog, I couldn’t help but click on it. Titled "Spices and Seasons – Saving the Herbs – No Cook Fresh Herb Sauce," Rinku Bhattacharya, the spices and seasons blogger, easily grabbed my attention with her bright and cheerful photos with charming personal captions. She is very descriptive and informative when describing the different herbs, such as cilantro and basil, as well as how she works with them. She even offers a meticulously written recipe with instructions on how to create a simply and easy "no cook herb sauce." Her explanations and directions are not confusing or overwhelming. All of her writing and graphics seem to flow together perfectly. It is clear that Bhattacharya truly loves working with her fresh herbs all year round and provides us with perfect examples as how to preserve them.
After reading this post I was very anxious to read others by Bhattacharya. As I hoped, they too are a delight to read! I admire that Bhattacharya takes the time to include neatly organized ingredient lists and recipes into her posts. It inspires me and I will now be adding more recipes to my own posts in hopes of enticing others to get in the kitchen and enjoy cooking!
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