When I was about 13 or 14 years old, one of my English assignments was to write a legend - a short story for children that explained, well, I don’t know, explained something. As a child with a brother seven years older than I who had already left our house for university, I’d been […]
Most of the time, when I reminisce about the food of my childhood, I think about the meals I loved, the meals my mother would make on special occasions. Lately, however, I’ve been thinking a lot about Pelau. I always hated Pelau!
Now, it’s clear that I come from a family that loves food […]
I had a great time teaching in Wayne, New Jersey last week at Adventures in Cooking. Thanks to all who attended. Here are some tips that I compiled to help with throwing an hors d’oeuvres party.
Hors D’Oeuvres Tip Sheet
Planning the Menu
Think about your guests – any allergies (shellfish, nuts, dairy, gluten)?
Any […]
In general, I am not a very political person. I don’t really take a firm stand on issues. I did, however, stage a personal boycott of the artichoke for years in the mid 90s. This was not an idle stand. I did not come to this resolution without reason. […]
My father emailed me one day and asked me for advice (any) on making soufflés. He had decided that part of his weekend would consist of conquering this culinary quest that drives panic into the hearts of so many cooks. My father doesn’t cook very often, but when he does … I feel for my […]
