FOOD SKETCH #57: Garbanzos Fritos

Garbanzos fritos, spiced fried chickpeas from La Vara in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn.

FOOD SKETCH #54: IKEA Swedish Meatballs

It's been an insanely busy summer**, and I've taken a small break from posting here this past month.

But I'm back! I have a bunch of sketches lined up, and am starting off with your typical IKEA fare: swedish meatballs, cream sauce, mashed potatoes and lingonberry sauce. From the Red Hook, Brooklyn IKEA.

**I've been training for the NYC marathon. Please visit my donor page here and consider joining me in giving to cancer research. (Also, donors who give $100 or more will receive a limited edition 8x10" screenprint I am designing; more details will be announced on my blog in the coming week).

FOOD SKETCH #37: Sunday Suppers' Berries and Vanilla Mascarpone

Berries with Citrus and Vanilla Mascarpone, served at a Mother's Day Brunch at Sunday Suppers in Brooklyn. This dessert looks like it's easy to make, and trust me, it tasted divine. Find the recipe here. If you can, try to attend an event at Sunday Suppers (here is a list of their upcoming events), it's such a special experience.

FOOD SKETCH #32: Blueberry Apricot Popsicle

Blueberry-apricot popsicle from People's Pops, at the outdoor Brooklyn Flea.

FOOD SKETCH #31: Lard Bread

Slices of lard bread from Mazzola Bakery, in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. The loaf is filled with diced salami, provolone cheese and black pepper.

FOOD SKETCH #21: Ring Ding

Ring Ding, from Smith Canteen, a lovely coffee bar in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. Chocolate enrobed cake with white buttercream inside, a classier, yummier version of the Hostess snack cake you grew up eating.