by Brian | Jul 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
It’s the 4th of July, the weather is good for most of us, and what could top a perfect burger. This recipe from Grill Nation by David Guas is quite a turn on your traditional burger. For three pounds of meat, you are adding in one pound...
by Brian | Jun 16, 2016 | Uncategorized
Salt is the “in thing” now. Salt blocks at Whole Foods. Salt stores. Salt books. It’s a new path in our culinary lives. Or, maybe not so new. In 1999 Michele Anna Jordan wrote this tight little book Salt and Pepper, 135 Perfectly Seasoned Recipes....
by Brian | Jun 10, 2016 | Uncategorized
I recently posted a review of Eat Drink Shine, from authors who are triplets and who founded the very successful Shine restaurant in Boulder. The sisters do promote healthy food and cooking but have quite the flair for doing it in style. The recipes fall into...
by Brian | Jun 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
In Dutchess County, a couple of hours north of New York City, you can find Madava Farms where maple tree abound and maple products line the shelves. You'll find maple syrup, of course, but now maple sugar and this chai mix and maple brittle that you'll have...
by Brian | Jun 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
This is one of the meals Suzi is offering this season at Cooking by the Book: Pan-Crisped Chicken in Dijon Mustard Sauce with Cauliflower Gratin and Sautéed Spinach. I’ve already posted about the green accent there: the sautéed spinach. In this...
by Brian | May 31, 2016 | Uncategorized
Italian afternoons now end with an expanded concept of food and wine. It's not just some pizza and wine. Sophisticated food and incredible cocktails are found at "aperitivo" time in Italy, particularly the major cities in the north where...
