by Brian | Jan 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
From just last January comes this winter dish that, while it won't clear the snow off your driveway, will at least reward you for all that cold, snowy work. This is a magnificent dish combinng two sophisticated comfort foods: Risotto and Duck along with a very...
by Brian | Dec 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
I first posted this recipe four years ago, and it is one Suzen and I have enjoyed on a regular basis ever since. For your holiday table, sweet potatoes just have to appear somehow, someway. This is The Way. And if you have yet to settle on a sweet potato recipe then...
by Brian | Dec 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
This book is 39 years old and remains a classic. It grows in stature and importance with each decade. This book is compendium, some Maida recipes from earlier books [her cookie book!] and then ones that were new in 1978. The recipes are in five big chapters: Cakes...
by Brian | Dec 16, 2016 | Cookbook Review, Cookbook Reviews, Uncategorized
It’s here. And it’s good. It’s really, really good. Yes, the Black and White Cupcake is included and the recipe works perfectly. Perfectly. You can OD on the Vanilla Frosting. Oh, you want to know more? Candace Nelson opened the Sprinkles...
by Brian | Dec 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
During this holiday season, when you want a “flavor break” and do not want to spend a long time in the kitchen, this is the perfect recipe for a smashing meal While not officially listed as addictive, tomatillos are. That tangy, penetrating flavor makes...
by Brian | Dec 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
Today, David Burke has a restaurant empire. He calls it a group but it is an empire of ten superb dining establishments. Now “establishment” is a good noun for that business but would be a terrible adjective for David himself. He’s anything but....
