RoobiFood

So it was breakfast time, and I was in one of those moods. I was looking for the delicious egg and vegetable combo of an omelet and yet I really wanted the comfort of a nice “dipping-style” (also known as sunny-side-up or over-easy) egg. What to do, I wasn’t hungry enough for both and that [...]

It’s such a shame that the economy has yet to get off the government life support and back into a real playing field, and now more than ever people are tightening to purse strings and cutting off all oxygen to the fun and diversions parts of their lives. So you’ve been buying in bulk and [...]

The hamburger, it’s an all American staple from road trip stops for fast food to the backyard barbeque, Americans cannot get enough burgers. Well with beef prices soaring that once cheap ground chuck just doesn’t go as far as it used to. No fear, I have a plan to make that meat stretch. Tip: buy [...]

I don’t know how the rest of the country is doing, but here in Massachusetts the temperatures have been soaring for days, and with the price of food on the rise eating-out has become a less than economical option for days on end. Cooking at home sends the temperature into levels beyond tolerance and the [...]

Spring is moving into Summer and people are beginning to wear shorts and buy ice cream again. What does this mean to you. Well with the economy in a downward spiral rivaling that of Lohan and Spears it’s no wonder people are taking smaller vacation closer to home. Well here’s an idea to help keep [...]

Since my favorite food is popcorn many people ask me why. Well it’s simple. Popcorn is delicious, low in calories and very filling. It’s versatile and easy to whip-up into a wide variety of flavors. I’ve decided to share a few of my favorite popcorn toppings here. For all recipes pop a batch of popcorn [...]

Ok, So here it is. You are having a relaxing evening at home and suddenly a friend calls saying that they are bringing their out-of-town sister over to meet you. You leap from the couch and rush to the kitchen. What is there? Cupboards: Some spaghetti noodles (not great for quick entertaining), Some crackers, and [...]

It saves millions of college students from starvation, is ridiculously cheap and readily available, even at most convenient stores. Yet few people would consider it a great tasting nor satisfying lunch option, but it can be with a little bit of fun creativity. This overlooked lunch is Ramen. Yes good old 15-25 cent Ramen. Here [...]

A delicious meal for the entire family shouldn’t have to be an expensive one. With the pessimistic views on the economy and the rising prices at the grocery store you can still easily stretch the budget by adding variety and new taste to the usual staples. One of my favorite versatile dishes is the Southern [...]

Hi, I’m Dan Basil. I was born in Ohio, have lived throughout the Eastern, Midwest, and Southern US as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. I have traveled extensively and have always loved food. I am a self-taught cook and have won various baking competitions. I currently live with my fiance in Brookline, Massachusetts. My favorite [...]