A Traditional Bermuda Fish Chowder! My wife Alex and I went to Bermuda several times, and we love the island, especially their use of “conch” AKA “scungilli” – which I have cooked with many times, and their incredible Bermuda Fish… Read More ›
52 in 22 cooking challenge
Cooking At Harry’s Bar! “Legumi alla Primavera” And Bellini’s For My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge!
Welcome To Harry’s Bar In Venice! Yes, it may seem nondescript outside, but inside is one of the most legendary bars in the world – Harry’s Bar in Venice Italy opened in 1931 – and the 91-year-old institution is famous… Read More ›
Lava Wine And Cassatedde! A Sicilian Ricotta Pastry Recipe! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Has Sicilian Flavors!
Eyeing A Lava Recipe! Yes, it’s true: my “52 In 22” cooking challenge is working with volcanic ash and lava! There’s much to share, so let’s begin with this: a few weeks ago I shared this photo showing the cookbooks… Read More ›
A Gorgeous Olive-Oil Poached Halibut With Soffrito And Piperade Recipe! My Latest “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge!
One Of My Most Beautiful “52 In 22” Dishes Yet! This week of my “52 In 22” cooking challenge was one of my highlights of the year! I am so happy with the look of this dish, and when you… Read More ›
Carol’s Monday Musings! Food and Music – And My Lamb Dish Too!
Monday Musings where normally I share some things that have thrilled me, made me think or smile or even have a mini-rant but generally it is my happy place and I hope yours…Today it is a happy place although my… Read More ›
Frenchie’s Grilled Lamb With Peas And Mint Recipe! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Heads To Paris!
Who’s Ready To Go To Paris? Well, that’s where I ate Chef Greg Marchand’s incredible lamb dish – at his restaurant Frenchie’s, and we are all heading back there! For week #34 in my “52 in 22 cooking challenge”, I… Read More ›
Cooking Scallops Three Ways! Seared! Baked! Blue! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Has Them All!
I Love Scallops! No Matter WHAT Color They Are! Yes, scallops are one of my favorite items to cook with – but why and I mentioning color? Well, it’s all part of this week’s “52 In 22 cooking challenge!” It… Read More ›
The World’s Most DECADENT Mashed Potato Recipe! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Swims In Butter!
The World’s Most Decadent Mashed Potatoes! The late Chef Joe Robuchon was known to make the world’s most decadent mashed potatoes, and here’s why! Jöel Robuchon’s purée de pomme is known as the most famous mashed potatoes recipe in the… Read More ›
Bite Into The “Donair!” Nova Scotia’s Uniquely Delicious 6 Pound Meal!
Anyone Want A Six Pound Donair? Hey, who wants to head to Nova Scotia with me to take on this BIG BIG BIG meal? Before anyone objects, this is not for one person – we have to have a food party for… Read More ›
It’s National Oyster Day! Here Is How You Can Celebrate The Bi-Valve!
Nothing Better Than Freshly Shucked Oysters! I love fresh oysters! The look, the briny freshness of the ocean, and of course, the icy cold sensation as they slide down your throat…and they are incredibly good for you as well! Here… Read More ›