Michael Laxer
Lenin Stained Glass Window, Oakland, California, 1970
Lenin Stained Glass Window, Oakland, California, 1970 The stained glass window that American economist Stanton R. Smith had commissioned...
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Michael Laxer
- Dec 21, 2022
- 1 min
Lamb Keema with Onions
Keema is an Indian style ground meat dish that is generally made with lamb. While there are a number of variations of it, this is my...
Michael Laxer
- Dec 15, 2022
- 2 min
Bread and Garlic Soup
Today we are going to make a soup that is absolutely perfect for the season and that is inspired by similar soups made in Spain, Portugal...
Michael Laxer
- Dec 4, 2022
- 2 min
Spicy Sausage and Bok Choy Stir Fry
Today we are taking a look at a spicy dish that mixes sausage and bok choy and is very easy to make. To begin you want to make the sauce...
Michael Laxer
- Dec 1, 2022
- 2 min
Beef Barley Soup w. Kale, Parsley & Carrots
By Natalie A hearty soup is perfect on a cold or rainy fall day and Beef Barley Soup is a classic. This is my take on it with kale,...
Michael Laxer
- Oct 27, 2022
- 1 min
The Professions -- Soviet Socialist Realist art for youth
Published in Moscow in 1983 this folder of Soviet socialist realist art was actually aimed at children. It was a portfolio of works by...
Michael Laxer
- Oct 26, 2022
- 2 min
Mediterranean style ground beef with spinach and feta
Today we are going to take a look at recipe that combines ground beef, spinach, green pepper, tomato, seasonings and spices and feta...
Michael Laxer
- Oct 24, 2022
- 1 min
Smashed Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
Today we are going to take a look at a terrific side dish or gameday/party snack, smashed parmesan Brussels sprouts. These are very easy...
Michael Laxer
- Sep 22, 2022
- 1 min
A Spicy Touch -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Moong Bean Soup, Mango Pickle, Coriander Chutney, Okra Curry, Stuffed Eggplants and more. Vintage Cookbook: A Spicy Touch, Noorbanu...
Michael Laxer
- Aug 18, 2022
- 1 min
Fish and How to Cook It -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. the "Spencer Method", Cioppino, Fish Cakes, Clam Chowder, Lobster Bisque, Mystery Sardine Sandwiches and more. Vintage Cookbook: Fish...
Michael Laxer
- Aug 17, 2022
- 4 min
Soviet Sochi 1962-1978: Built by and for the people
Today we are going to take a look at the Soviet Black Sea resort city of Sochi with photos and information from 1962, 1972 and 1978. With...
Michael Laxer
- Aug 16, 2022
- 1 min
Smoked Salmon and Spaghetti with Capers
Delicious and really easy to make, today's recipe looks at a terrific way to use smoked salmon. This dish works best with spaghetti,...
Michael Laxer
- Aug 11, 2022
- 2 min
Spicy Mint Chutney w. BBQ Lamb Chops
With Natalie Today we are going to take a look at how to make a fiery, flavourful mint chutney. While you can use this as a condiment on...
Michael Laxer
- Aug 4, 2022
- 2 min
Basa Fillets in Spicy Tomato Sauce
Basa is mild and inexpensive Asian catfish that works with a wide array of sauces and flavours. It has become widely available in grocery...
Michael Laxer
- Jul 21, 2022
- 1 min
Italian Casserole Cooking -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Oxtail Ragout, Mama Mia Chicken, Pork Chops w. Vermouth, Sardines w. Fennel, Parmesan Artichokes and more. Vintage Cookbook: Italian...
Michael Laxer
- Jul 6, 2022
- 1 min
Happy Birthday to the great Frida Kahlo, b. July 6, 1907
Kahlo in 1933 Self-portrait Frida Kahlo's plaster body cast, self-painted 1950 Kahlo had to wear body casts after a horrific bus accident...
Michael Laxer
- Jul 1, 2022
- 2 min
BBQ Grilled Yellow Hot Peppers with Prosciutto & Cream Cheese
Today we will be looking at a terrific BBQ side -- grilled stuffed Yellow Hot Peppers. While larger size jalapeƱos can also be used,...
Michael Laxer
- Jun 16, 2022
- 1 min
1932's Aunt Kate's Household Annual -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Beefsteak Pie, Chicken Rissoles, Canadian Ginger Cake, Cherry Cake, Banana Cream Sandwiches and more. Vintage Cookbook: Aunt Kate's...
Michael Laxer
- Jun 2, 2022
- 1 min
Grand Canyon Cookbook -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Arizona Sangria, Breakfast Fry Bread Taco, Spicy Spinach Salad, Grand Canyon Chili, Green Chile Enchiladas and more. Vintage Cookbook:...
Michael Laxer
- May 20, 2022
- 4 min
12 works by Soviet artist Aleksandr Deineka, b. May 20, 1899
One of the Soviet Union's greatest socialist realist artists, Aleksandr Deineka (sometimes translated as Deyneka) was born in Kursk, May...
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