Who’s Hungry – For A “Caviar Sandwich?” Well, I sure was – and a new “seafood tavern” in New York served it up to me – here’s my review of the newly opened “Capitaine” in New York’s west village! The… Read More ›
Fine Dining
Dreaming Of Nantucket Bay Scallops…A Recipe For This Seasonal Taste Treat!
Dreaming Of Nantucket Bay Scallops! Behold. These are Nantucket Bay Scallops. Yes, they are about the size of a U.S. dime, but they are packed with a thousand dollars of flavor! I am lusting for them right now, but I… Read More ›
I Made Homemade Paella! Here’s The Recipe For Langoustine / Chorizo / Seafood Rice!
My Paella Adventure! I’m always looking for some new recipes, and what better way to find one than looking in a cookbook I had sitting right on my shelf! I was inspired by this great cookbook we bought after our… Read More ›
Why I WANT A “Bad Roman!” A Cheesy “Raviolo” Filet – New York’s Glittery Italian Shines!
Is That Steak Wearing A Hat? You have every right to ask that question. What exactly is riding atop that beautiful looking filet? The answer follows, as I revisit one of New York’s most colorful restaurants! Welcome To Bad Roman! New… Read More ›
What Do People Eat On Safari? How About “Biltong?” Our Safari Food – And Dance!
Ready To Taste A Safari “Sundowner” Treat? This is a delicious safari staple, which I will explain in a moment – because one thing I’ve been asked a lot is “what do you eat on a safari?” Here’s the answer,… Read More ›
Chef Dominique Crenn’s “Parmentier!” A Vegetarian “Shepard’s Pie” Recipe From A Master Chef…
Have You Made A “Parmentier?” Well first of all, what is it? Guess what? I learned something new! In culinary terms, “Parmentier” is a French adjective meaning prepared, served, or garnished with potatoes. The term is named after the famous French pharmacist and… Read More ›
Deliciously Healthy Halibut Over Mushrooms And Spinach! Here’s The Recipe…
I love fish. I especially love Halibut, which has a meaty, firm texture but a creamy, delicate mouth feel. Bravo to this Fisherman, who shows off his Halibut haul. And for good reason: this is a super healthy fish! Halibut… Read More ›
A Spicy Salmon And Green Olive Stew Recipe! Chef Carolina Gelen’s New Cookbook Is Part Of The BKD Challenge!
“Pass The Plate” With Carolina Gelen! This is the most recent cookbook I purchased on a whim, when I read about a new young Chef from Romania! So, when Jo Tracey’s last Brookford Kitchen Diaries” challenge was announced, I was… Read More ›
A Mother’s Lasagna…Recipes Passed Down Through The Generations…
Time For A Traditional Italian Lasagna Dish – Thanks To A Chef’s Mom! There is nothing better than a comforting meal that has a history – so it’s time for a family Lasagna recipe thanks to Gloria Tramonto, Mother of… Read More ›
Celebrating America’s 250th With Presidential Recipes! A 4th Of July Feast With America’s “Founding Foodies”!
Eating With George Washington On America’s 250th Birthday! As I’m sure the whole world knows, the United States of America celebrates a birth this July 4th: our 250th! As you can see, our first President is cooking up a storm,… Read More ›
