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Michael Laxer
Apr 10, 20232 min read
Art and Artists of the Soviet Crimea, 1957 -- 15 Paintings
Published in 1957 in the USSR this folder of 15 cards looked at the art and artists of the Soviet Crimea. The works here were painted...
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Michael Laxer
Mar 19, 20232 min read
Sheet pan asparagus w. potatoes and assorted vegetables
This terrific and very easy dish is as much a technique as a recipe. It also allows for many variations and works as either a main or an...
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Michael Laxer
Mar 8, 20231 min read
Dog photo shoot!
Two budding young Soviet photographers at work in their studio (a Moscow apartment bedroom), USSR March, 1958
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Michael Laxer
Feb 26, 20231 min read
Taco casserole
Today we are going to take a look at a taco casserole with layers of cheese, corn and nacho chips, sour cream and a ground beef mixture...
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Michael Laxer
Feb 8, 20232 min read
Tandoori Style Clay Baker Chicken
Today we are going to look at a way to make chicken with Tandoori style seasoning using the clay baker. With a simple technique this...
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Michael Laxer
Jan 20, 20231 min read
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, 20221 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 15, 20222 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 4, 20222 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 1, 20222 min read
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,...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 27, 20221 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 26, 20222 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Oct 24, 20221 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Sep 22, 20221 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Aug 18, 20221 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Aug 17, 20224 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Aug 16, 20221 min read
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,...
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Michael Laxer
Aug 11, 20222 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Aug 4, 20222 min read
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...
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Michael Laxer
Jul 21, 20221 min read
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...
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