"35,000 units of heparin are in." "1/3 of the protamine is in." Recently, in the OR, I was jokingly told that I have a "trumpet voice," meaning I make sure what I'm saying is heard. It's true, I have my teacher-voice. Not the, oh why are you on the table dancing around? voice, but the … Continue reading On being loud and Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Banana Caramel
Author: Mita
Orange Blossom Brioche Pull Apart Rolls
I'm in a bread phase. I'm enjoying making and baking bread, which is a new thing for me. I usually shy away from the yeast - rest and proof - beat back - second proof - roll into something - and finally bake. It just...seems like a lot. And it is, but boy, fresh bread...it … Continue reading Orange Blossom Brioche Pull Apart Rolls
Exploring California 4: Coyote Hills Regional Park + Coconut Curry Soup-Salad
When we moved to California, I promised myself we would spend as much time outside as possible. We would hike, camp, walk, run, and bike (if I ever re-learn, it's definitely NOT like riding a bike, you CAN forget) our way across Northern California. Apparently I forgot I was in residency -- it's a slow … Continue reading Exploring California 4: Coyote Hills Regional Park + Coconut Curry Soup-Salad
Israel Part 1: What we packed and Caramel Cornflake Crunch
We went to Israel! It was so much fun -- the food, the weather, the people, the places. It's our last international trip for awhile, and I'm happy we pick Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, there was a lot to experience. Though...I won't recommend going over a 7 day period -- switching our internal clock around … Continue reading Israel Part 1: What we packed and Caramel Cornflake Crunch
Lemon, Orange-Blossom Semolina Cookies
Things are happening. Tyler's finals are around the corner, vacation is around the corner, I'm reading books, the dogs are happy, and we bought a small table for the porch outside. I've taken to baking a lot more again, whether I post about it or not. Allowing myself to be absolutely present with the dough, … Continue reading Lemon, Orange-Blossom Semolina Cookies
One of the best things I’ve made: Celebration Puff
This is definitely one of the best things I've ever made. It's flaky, slightly sweet and perfectly savory. I'm at the VA right now, and I've had a little bit of time to let my mind wander on my off-call days and as it frequently does, my mind goes to food. What spices? What flavors? … Continue reading One of the best things I’ve made: Celebration Puff
First they came for the Socialists.
First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a Socialist. Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a Trade Unionist. Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a … Continue reading First they came for the Socialists.
Baking with Dorie: Remarkably Good Brownies
The first bake of 2018. Or well, the first bake I'm posting. I bought Dorie's Cookies for my friend Lili for the holidays this year to celebrate her love of baking. When the book came in the mail though, I was so taken by the photos and the anecdotes that came with each recipe that … Continue reading Baking with Dorie: Remarkably Good Brownies
2017 in pictures
2017 was a year. I put in my first central line by myself, Donald Trump was inaugurated president, I celebrated my 10 year anniversary with my partner, we moved to California (!!), I started a new residency program and joined the Stanford family, Tyler started graduate school (!!), we hiked, we ate, we loved, we … Continue reading 2017 in pictures
Exploring California Part 3: Roaring Camp + Madras Cafe
The smells of South Indian food make me smile. It's not naan, it's not palak paneer, it's something different. It's rice, it's lentils, it's sambar and rasaam, and memories. It's memories of my mom making Uttapam at home with coconut chutney. It's cilantro everywhere. I've been disappointed by South Indian food restaurants generally -- thick … Continue reading Exploring California Part 3: Roaring Camp + Madras Cafe
The Clumsy Cook 