You might have noticed a dark period in my blogging last October/November. I was struggling just to survive the day as a food professional; there was no room left for blogging. Food had literally become the enemy. It is only now that I am feeling good enough to talk about it. Here’s what happened: One... »
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farmer’s market pasta with beurre blanc
This meal was brought to you with a little help from Trader Joe. I purchased some of the spinach tortellini from their refrigerated section (its not a favorite of mine but it sure makes somebody special in my life happy, so…). And with a... »
duck fat potatoes
I’d read about a year ago that duck was going to be hot. And although I can’t say I’ve seen a rise in duck meat’s popularity, there is one part of the duck that seems to constantly come up in conversation. I’m talking about... »
hunting the wild truffle
About 10 years ago I read the account of an American travel writer in France who wrangled a spot on a local truffle hunt. The story stuck with... »
radish-avocado picnic sandwiches
One of my favorite farmers’ market specialties of spring is those finger-shaped, fuschia and cream French breakfast radishes. I think radishes taste best raw, particularly this variety because... »
squash blossom clinic
Every spring I try to make squash blossoms. And every spring I throw the whole mess in the trash. But since my friend Annette (chef extraordinaire) was in town... »