Our Daily Salad Philosophy

I am an amateur student of the salad.

Salad is the most creative part of the meal.  You can make it differently each time and take advantage of what's available.

Use the highest quality ingredients and keep the basics on hand. 

Never put anything brown in your salad.  That means lettuce!  If you use bagged lettuce, sort it carefully.  

Chop your lettuce so it will fit in your mouth.  Okay to use a knife.

Keep a variety of nuts, seeds, and cheeses.  I keep nuts and seeds in jars I saved for the purpose.

Never put anything in your mouth you don't wash--BUT Lettuce must be dry, so do it in advance! 

The only dressing worth eating is the one you make yourself in less than a minute just before you dress your salad.

Technique matters big time!

I judge every dining experience by the salad.  If a restaurant can't make a tasty salad, or doesn't respect the role of the salad, it's not likely I will be back.