Steamed artichokes with lemon vinaigrette
Artichokes are beautiful and absolutely delicious, but I remember the first time I tackled an artichoke – it was a daunting task. I felt like…
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One banana banana bread
To conclude walnut month: Banana-blueberry-walnut bread. I wanted to come up with the easiest tasty recipe, and I think this is the one! One banana,…
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Vote for May’s Ingredient of the Month!
There is one more late April walnut recipe to come but in the meantime, get voting!
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Weekend Reading
A couple of weeks ago, I was at the Housing Works bookstore where I happened upon the out -of-print, first US edition copy of James…
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Avocado and roasted tomato sandwiches
Who is ready for a picnic this weekend? The weather is perfect for lounging in the park with a good book, great company, and delicious…
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Sage-butter roasted chicken
Who said chicken is boring? This chicken literally oozes with deliciousness: fresh sage, garlic, and butter – what can be better? This makes a terrific…
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Warm couscous and arugula salad
I made this salad over the weekend and it was love at first sight. It’s tangy and satisfying and entirely addictive. You will need: 5…
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Easter cakes
Saveur ran a great feature this week on Easter cakes and loaves from around the world that I thought I’d share: ‘Greek Tsouréki – a braided…
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Berry and peanut butter wraps
When you are jonesing for a snack this afternoon, reach for two ingredients you may not usually put together – strawberries + peanut butter. I…
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Chickpea, walnut and fennel salad
Here is a wonderful summer salad with subtle Mediterranean flavors. Here is what you’ll need to make a refreshing but satisfying lunch: 1 can of…
