Green Gazpacho It’s kind of a family joke. My grandma, who was an otherwise decent cook, would indoctrinate new members of the family by serving them cold fruit soup. No one is quite sure where she got the idea to offer these unusual concoctions, but I… Continue reading…
cherry, very cordial
Pickled Cherry Salad I’m feeling rejuvenated after a brief hiatus. We had a lovely visit with family in Montreal, city of great restaurants and magnificent open air markets. My pantry is now packed with delectable European jams, mustards, oils, and foie gras and ready for new challenges. Coming home, I was tickled to discover… Continue reading…
one potato, two potato
Potato Salad with Sauce Gribiche Sherried Potato Salad with Smoked Paprika Potatoes are mostly… Continue reading…
a bowl for the season
Creamy Polenta with Roasted Mushrooms and Asparagus It’s one of those in-between times of year. Spring is here, yet still finding its footing. Days are balmy, but it cools down at night. I love it. While I rediscover the new season’s bounty,… Continue reading…
give peas a chance
Pea Tendril Salad with Smoked Trout and Pickled Shallot Ah, spring. Birds are chirping, buds are blooming, the grass is finally turning grassy again. Here is a delicate salad that celebrates the season: bright and green and bursting with flavor.… Continue reading…