Jamie Lynn Thompson "aka" The Mad Hatter
01/30/2012
This woman possesses a creative spirit in all she does from her fabulous designs, her amazing culinary creations to just living life. Most people that know her, know that Jamie is an artist and, she's sensitive about her @&$%!
Bio
I always enjoyed cooking. Sounds like the typical start of a bio, but since
I was a little girl standing next to my Italian mother and grandparents in
the kitchen my sense of smell has motivated & inspired me to keep the
wonderful aroma's of home cooked food in my world. Looping in my creative
hobby with cooking, has been my new venture, Armed & Dangerous, one of a
kind hat design. Specializing mostly in fedora's, I customize these lids
based on my clients personal style. This has been my outlet, like cooking,
to just relax and enjoy all the elements & ingredients of life.
Armed & Dangerous
Follow her on twitter: @armednyc
www.armednyc.com
*CORN FLAKE CHICKEN TENDERS W/GARLIC MAYO, CHIPOTLE KETCHUP & BRUSSELS
SPROUTS*
Heat oven 450degrees
3 whole chicken breasts cut into strips
Whisk 1 egg, 2 tbs of honey mustard, salt&pepper, and 1 tbs of honey in a
bowl
Hand crush 2cups of corn flakes with 1/2tsp of black pepper
Dip chicken into egg mixture then into the corn flakes then place on foiled
pan
Put in oven for 10/15mins
Brussel Sprouts:
Rinse and cut in half
In baking pan scatter, 3tbs olive oil, 2 cloves of chopped garlic,
salt/pepper and brussels sprouts
Bake@ 350 for 15mins
*Garlic Mayo*:
1tbs hot sauce (your fav)
1/2 cup of ketchup
01/30/2012
This woman possesses a creative spirit in all she does from her fabulous designs, her amazing culinary creations to just living life. Most people that know her, know that Jamie is an artist and, she's sensitive about her @&$%!
I always enjoyed cooking. Sounds like the typical start of a bio, but since
I was a little girl standing next to my Italian mother and grandparents in
the kitchen my sense of smell has motivated & inspired me to keep the
wonderful aroma's of home cooked food in my world. Looping in my creative
hobby with cooking, has been my new venture, Armed & Dangerous, one of a
kind hat design. Specializing mostly in fedora's, I customize these lids
based on my clients personal style. This has been my outlet, like cooking,
to just relax and enjoy all the elements & ingredients of life.
Armed & Dangerous
Follow her on twitter: @armednyc
www.armednyc.com
FOODINEASTA: Has designing been something you always wanted to do?
JAMIE: I wanted to be a CIA agent. True story. But no, designing has definitely been an interest of mine from the jump; however I wasn’t really sure to what extent I wanted to take it…
FOODINEASTA: How did you get started with Armed and Dangerous? And how did you come up with the name?
FOODINEASTA: How did you get started with Armed and Dangerous? And how did you come up with the name?
JAMIE: I was always reconstructing & customizing the clothes/accessories I bought to better fit
my personal style.; a form of Haute Couture if you willJ I was adding my personal touch to hats
and getting consistent compliments!! So, why not start selling them? As for the name…I give all
that credit to my boyfriend at the time. Being that I’m drawn to the style of the Fedora, this
particular hat is sometimes associated with Prohibition & the Great Depression-era when all
mobsters, Dick Tracy’s, and Frank Sinatra’s wore that “Final Touch Fedora” to their wardrobe. It’s
truly a timeless piece, and to this day I think completes an outfit. It really does make you Armed &
Dangerous. *Wink
FOODINEASTA: What is your favorite thing to cook?
JAMIE: Breakfast foods. Anything from Frittata’s, stuffed French toast, omelets, or breakfast
sandwiches. Funny thing is, I don’t really eat Breakfast. I just enjoy cooking it. But, what I love to
experiment with the most in the kitchen is condiments. Gotta love condiments!
JAMIE: Breakfast foods. Anything from Frittata’s, stuffed French toast, omelets, or breakfast
sandwiches. Funny thing is, I don’t really eat Breakfast. I just enjoy cooking it. But, what I love to
experiment with the most in the kitchen is condiments. Gotta love condiments!
FOODINEASTA: Where do you get your inspiration from when creating dishes?
JAMIE: My stomach is always in charge of what I’m going to cook. But, when I’m cooking for
clients; I get inspired by the weather. If it’s a cold dreary day…I’ll whip up a cozy stew or
comforting Italian wedding soup. However, if it’s a sunny afternoon I may throw together a light
arugula salad with some remixed version of baked Branzino and couscous.
FOODINEASTA: From what part of Italy is your family from?
JAMIE: Naples. It’s on my bucket list.
JAMIE: My stomach is always in charge of what I’m going to cook. But, when I’m cooking for
clients; I get inspired by the weather. If it’s a cold dreary day…I’ll whip up a cozy stew or
comforting Italian wedding soup. However, if it’s a sunny afternoon I may throw together a light
arugula salad with some remixed version of baked Branzino and couscous.
FOODINEASTA: From what part of Italy is your family from?
JAMIE: Naples. It’s on my bucket list.
FOODINEASTA: Would you rather have a gourmet meal or down home cooking?
JAMIE: I would combine the 2 and cook a gourmet meal at home.
FOODINEASTA: What won’t you eat?
JAMIE: Lobster from anywhere but the state of Maine where I grew up, its borderline disrespectful :)
FOODINEASTA: What is something that people would never guess about you?
JAMIE: That I wanted to be a CIA agent.
JAMIE: That I wanted to be a CIA agent.
FOODINEASTA: Do you have any healthy tips on eating?
JAMIE: It’s all about proportions; I know it tastes amazing….. but….round 4? Really?
FOODINEASTA: Do you watch a cooking channel? What’s your favorite show?
JAMIE: Cooking Channel & Food Network is always on in the apt. Barefoot Contessa would be one of my favorites. I’m Ina Barton’s biggest fan! I love her! Let’s hang out!
FOODINEASTA: What’s your favorite date food?
JAMIE: Tapas
FOODINEASTA: Do you have a boyfriend?
JAMIE: No mam.
*****I'm pretty sure you just made some people’s day*****
FOODINEASTA: What’s the best advice your mother gave you about men?
JAMIE: “Just find a nice Italian man and make him your husband” . Don’t jump to conclusions
yet people….It’s in the works. :)
FOODINEASTA: Is your roommate spoiled?
JAMIE: Spoiled is an understatement, He’s privileged :)
*CORN FLAKE CHICKEN TENDERS W/GARLIC MAYO, CHIPOTLE KETCHUP & BRUSSELS
SPROUTS*
Heat oven 450degrees
3 whole chicken breasts cut into strips
Whisk 1 egg, 2 tbs of honey mustard, salt&pepper, and 1 tbs of honey in a
bowl
Hand crush 2cups of corn flakes with 1/2tsp of black pepper
Dip chicken into egg mixture then into the corn flakes then place on foiled
pan
Put in oven for 10/15mins
Brussel Sprouts:
Rinse and cut in half
In baking pan scatter, 3tbs olive oil, 2 cloves of chopped garlic,
salt/pepper and brussels sprouts
Bake@ 350 for 15mins
1 clove of chopped garlic
1/2 cup of mayo
salt/pepper/paprika
*Chipotle Ketchup*:1/2 cup of mayo
salt/pepper/paprika
1tbs hot sauce (your fav)
1/2 cup of ketchup
Please check out Jamie's "she can cook too" Gallery.....If it doesn't make you mouth water...nothing will!
YUM!!!!!!
