Around the world in a bowl of rice: Is My Blog Burning? 4th edition

I have been talking with Alberto about hosting Is My Blog Burning? for a while, and finally decided the time is right for this. Please join us in the newest edition of Is My Blog Burning? on Sunday May 23th. The theme of this one is “Around the world in a bowl of rice”.

A bit of history, in case you've been living behind a mountain and have not yet heard of Is My Blog Burning? :-) It came from a simple yet brilliant idea conceived by our Alberto of Il Forno. The first edition of IMBB was in February, the theme was Soup. Alberto's idea drew participation from far and wide, with food bloggers and none-food bloggers alike from Europe, America, and as far away as South East Asia joining in.

The idea caught on, and has since become a semi-monthly affair, which has so far included a Tartine edition, hosted by the delightful Clotilde of Chocolate and Zucchini, and a Cake Walk, hosted by my girl Renee of Shiokadelicious.

Each IMBB? edition affords us a glimpse into the complexity and diversity that is our world. From Durian Cake in Singapore to the omnipresent Tartine of Paris, we celebrate both the difference and the interconnectedness in our lives.

Having grown up in Thailand, rice has long been the center of my culinary experience. It is also one of the most ubiquitous grains in the world, taking part in cuisines everywhere from the Italian risotti, to Senegalese Ceebu Jën (red rice), and to Thai Jasmine rice.

Now it is your turn. Make us a rice dish that you remember fondly from childhood, or invent a creative one of your own. Move us all a little closer to one another.

The rules, or guidelines, rather, are simple

The theme is Rice, make a dish that has rice as the star.
It can be someone else's recipe that you love, or your very own creation, only please give credit when one is due.
The dish can be made at any time, but please post your result on your (or your friend's) blog on Sunday May 23th.
Photos and recipes are highly appreciated.
Please leave a comment to let me know of your participation, and provide a link to your fantastic rice creation.

I am honored to be hosting this newest edition, and I hope you join us.

Burn, baby, burn!

Comments

[andry]

hey Hainan chicken rice by the Thames

[Yish]

Well, late as usual. Hope you like it -

http://ymor.blogspot.com/2004_05_30_ymor_archive.html#108587682214538223

Come back soon!

Love,

- Yishay

[Todd Lemon]

Yay! I finally did one!

Is it wrong to use a recipe from another IMBBer? It looked so tasty!

I think I'm posting my blog entry a little late...I didn't start cooking till 10pm.

[Adam]

I submit to you now (hopefully not too late) Condoleezza Rice Pudding with Berries of Mass Destruction:
http://www.amateurgourmet.com/the_amateur_gourmet/2004/05/is_my_blog_burn.html

Thanks!

[Kate]

For "Is my Blog Burning", I made Hoppin' John. You can see it at http://www.accidentalhedonist.com/article.php?story=2004052317103471

I had great fun researching and cooking this dish! Thanks for hosting!

[Janet]

First time participant from Chicago (or thereabouts!)

[Bill]

My first IMBB: http://www.livejournal.com/users/redfusion/18234.html

[mipmup]

thanks for hosting!
chicken and rice, or arroz con pollo:
http://mipmup.blogs.com/rdm/2004/05/is_my_blog_burn.html

[umami]

And I made Nasi Ulam last Sunday. Here are the details: http://umami.typepad.com/umami/2004/05/imbb_rice_editi.html

[Irene]

What a fun Is My Blog Burning! Thanks for hosting it. Here's my entry: Risotto ala Caprese

http://www.cuisinecapers.com/archives/000033.html

[Derrick Schneider]

An early morning/late evening entry:

http://www.obsessionwithfood.com/2004_05_01_blog-archive.html#108529960304925473

Derrick

[jen]

Pim - I'm playing! Thanks for hosting.

[Roger]

It's already Sunday here for the last 40 minutes;)
All the best
Roger

[Roger]

Dear Pim

Thank you for inviting me to your "Is My Blog Burning" Edition.

Well, does my post count? Tell me if you want the recipes of the eggplant with miso and the salmon teriyaki style.

Best regards
Roger

[Amy]

I'm in! I'll be on vacation but I've already written the post so I just need to post it this Sunday. Is there an email address to send you the permalink? Or do we just post the link here? Sorry to be so dense! Also I am linking to your post today. Thanks for doing this and choosing such a great theme.

[redbeard]

Hey, pim, fyi here's my contribution -http://flow.arrr.net/archives.shtml?20040520 - I know, I know, it's early, but I'll be out of town this sunday (see note inside) sans rice-cooker, and thought I'd post while I can. Enjoy! And I hope I get a few new folk involved in all of this.

[creen]

Hi Pim!
Ooh, rice! My favorite all-time food--I could eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner! Will definitely be participating in this latest IMMB. Thanks for hosting...

[Wena]

hi pim,

quick note to let you know that i will put up the pics at my blog. the trip to thailand fell through. ah well. next time.

cheerio! till the 23 May!

[Donna in Harrisburg]

Just back from a vacation to Victoria, B.C. -- and delighted to see the new edition posted. Talk about a wide open category!!! Count me in.

[mrbbc]

Being Singaporean.
hey Hainan chicken rice by the Thames ...thats what I am whipping up . ANyone else in London wanna try ?
Burn chicken burn...

[Jeremy]

I'll be there. Burning down the blog.

Thanks for hosting.

[isabelle]

hi pim! not sure if you got my email or not, so wanted to be sure you got the message that i'm in for the rice-a-thon. south indian biryani, to be exact.

bisou!

[Owen]

Thanks, Pim! Count me in.

[Sonya]

hi , my blog is not really a food blog.
But i have been a real fan of u guys.
Thus may i join the IMBB this time ?

name is Sonya here ...

[Irene]

I can't wait! I've been eagerly anticipating the latest Is My Blog Burning event, and rice will fun!