Norgs don’t eat pancakes, at least in the American sense of the word. They eat crêpes, the way the french do, not our stodgy, heavy, syrup sucking version. Gourmand, as I did, grew up eating fresh, hot off the skillet crêpes made by his grandmother. He later assumed the roll of crêpe flipper and claims to have […]
Bolognese, that oh so popular Italian meet sauce, doesn’t have to be the heavy, rich topping we are all used to. A traditional Bolognese barely has any tomato, but as the days grow longer tomatoes grow better and there is a no more delicious way to mix up a fresh and delicious bolognese then with […]
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I super like fava beans. So, while they are still gracing the stalls of your farmer’s markets and I am playing catch-up after five days in Boston for my little sister’s graduation, here is a simple and delicious recipe for a light, beautiful and springy appetizer.
Beurre Blanc or “white butter” originated in the city of Nantes, France at the turn of the Twentieth Century. A gal named Clémence Lefeuvre apparently created the rich, buttery sauce by accident. Talk about divine intervention. It was traditionally used for fish such as Shad or Pike and has become a hugely popular topping for contemporary […]
After claiming recently that I never make Mexican food, I found myself with a handful of ingredients reminiscent of those flavors found south of the border. They happen to be a few of my favorite things and two flavors that compliment each other extremely well; cilantro and lime. With a refrigerator full of the necessary […]
Baccalà is a clash of cultures. Depending on who you talk to, the Spanish and Italians imported salt cod from Norway and the icy waters of the North and, giving it a Southern makeover, transformed it into the Baccala or Bacalao that we are more familiar with. The fish, which transports well and preserves even […]
I don’t need to tell you that New Orleans is crazy for Burgers. The current trend has seen an advent of new upstarts and pop-ups and the resurgence of old favorites, slinging, grilling, boiling and broiling one of America’s favorite foods. While many may see the influx of new cuisine into the city as a […]
When you are busy with work, family, errands and the rest of your life, it is always a welcome treat to find a quick and easy dinner recipe. This Orechiette is fast, simple and delicious and you will most likely find the ingredients in your pantry right now (go look!). It takes less then 30 […]
If you have never had the pleasure, trust me when I say that squash blossoms are a wonderful treat when cooked. They are slight and delicate, with just a hint of flavor. Unfortunately, due to their very limited shelf life and status secondary to actual squash, it is often quite difficult to find them (with […]