Appetizers and Tapas, Imported, Recipes, Side Dishes
My first time making home-made dumplings inspired me to look into Asian Cooking and I am now on an adventure to find a great cookbook – easy Asian cooking for beginners so if you have any suggestions please send me the info. Last week I posted a recipe for Fried Shrimp Dumplings and dipp[...]
Imported, Interviews
Looking for a spoonful of luxury? Get ready for designer ice cream by Cowabunga. As someone who grew up working in a family run ice-cream store, I do confess I have a weakness for good ice-cream. I can imagine the first question you might ask about Cowabunga: What exactly is “Designer Ice Crea[...]
Imported, Interviews
“Freedom to Create” is the motto and goal of Ferran Adrià’s new elBulli Foundation. The organization will take the place of the legendary chef’s famous restaurant elBulli, near Barcelona, Spain after it closes its doors this summer. Chef Adrià spoke of his innovative plans [...]
Gotta Have It!, Imported, Interviews
Let’s put a spotlight on this gorgeous, beautifully designed cookware line by iiitala Tools! iittala likes BIG. Everything about them is larger than life, including their handles. This sturdy cooking set feature a 3-ply construction, lids with a steam-vent edge and an interior measuring scale.[...]
Appetizers and Tapas, Imported, Recipes
When I decided to try my hand at home-made dumplings I headed to the best source in New York for the ingredients—China Town. I spent a day there with my dear friend Gemma, who guided me in and out wonderful shops, markets and restaurants. We had the best day visually devouring all that Chinato[...]
Chicken Dishes, Imported, Recipes
Here is a very easy dish that packs a wonderful flavor – thin chicken breasts are coated in seasoned flour, browned on both sides and set aside as you saute the mushrooms and then add Marsala wine, sherry, a bit of lemon juice. You want to make a Marsala reduction sauce by reducing the w[...]