For the Pantry: OXO “POP” Containers
Recently I decided to invest in quality pantry storage. I accumulate a lot of great ingredients while shopping in New York’s terrific ethnic and…
White Bean and Rosemary Crostini
At our party last weekend, my wife and I served a trio of crostini to our hungry guests. They included our mushroom and goat…
Artichoke and Parmesan Crostini
Some of the best foods are those that require no cooking, especially in the summer and especially when having company. So for last weekend’s…
Pasta with Tomatoes, Ricotta and Fresh Herbs
My absolute favorite dish in the late summer is a simple pasta made with juicy tomatoes, fresh herbs and light, creamy ricotta. It takes…
Mushroom and Goat Cheese Crostini
Late summer is a great time for a party. The weather is warm and sunny, and the food coming up from the ground is…
Beyond the Five Boroughs: The Foods of Asturias and Cantabria, Spain
Fabada Asturiana: a hearty and smokey white bean stew This is the seventh installment of our Beyond the Five Boroughs series on Northern Spain….
Restaurante Arzak Part III: A Conversation with Juan Mari and Elena Arzak
Source: Arzak As part of our journey through the Basque Country, we had the pleasure of visiting the world renowned Restaurante Arzak, a three-Michelin starred…
Sweet Crispy Duck at Peking Duck House
Roast duck at Peking Duck House is rolled up with scallions and hoisin sauce. As the name suggests, the folks at Peking Duck House…
Urban Gardening: Will the Veggies Live?
My little garden includes basil, thyme, oregano, cabbage, and eggplant. Like many Brooklynites and other humans, I have big ideas about having a little…
Salmon “Cobb” Salad
In the heat of summer, my mother would always prepare a nice salmon “Cobb” salad for us to enjoy at the kitchen table; one…