A good, hearty soup is a meal in itself. The queen of hearty, split pea, is simple to throw together, and just requires a little time at the simmer to yield its wonderfully thick, rich complexity. I love the smoky… Continue reading…
what to eat on a blustery night
Oh, my. The weather has been absolutely crazy here in the northeast. In just the past few months, we’ve experienced an earthquake, a hurricane, and a snowstorm in October! Not to belabor the point, but what’s going on outside very… Continue reading…
a sizzling sensation
I love when I taste a flavor combination I’ve never had before and I’m blown away. Many years ago, I first sampled this dish at the party of a family friend–the main meal was billed as a crab boil, but… Continue reading…
flex your bivalves
Much as I love all food from the sea, mussels have never ranked high on my list. But, sometimes all it takes is a little inspiration to give something another try. Recently, I saw one of my fav chefs, Ina… Continue reading…
oh yes, it’s ladies’ night
Love getting together with my girls. Doesn’t happen as often as I’d like, but when we’re finally able to coordinate our hectic schedules, we’re ready for some fun. We all get a little dolled up and come together for a… Continue reading…