Flowering broccoli rabe has been abundant at the farmers’ markets as of late. It’s one of the first spring vegetables, at least here in the northeast. This flowering rabe is not nearly as bitter as the broccoli rabe I’m accustomed to; although, I don’t mind the bitterness (by the way, broccoli rabe is also known … Continue Reading
A quick three-day trip to Dublin (fall 2015) and the forthcoming St. Patrick’s Day got me thinking about Ireland (and Irish soda bread). I absolutely loved my three-month stay in Ireland back in 2014 (definitely a trip I will never forget). Ireland is a beautiful country (the remote western side of the island is spectacular). … Continue Reading
Happy 2016! Thought I’d start out the new year with something really simple — hummus. Who doesn’t like hummus? As is the case with most mass-produced food products, there’s a whole lot of hummus out there, but I think the best hummus is the one you make yourself. And, hummus is really easy to make. … Continue Reading
Can’t think of a better way to take advantage of and enjoy a juicy, vine-ripened, summer tomato than in Pan con Tomate (Spanish-style toast with tomato). The beauty of Pan con Tomate, the simplicity and freshness of its ingredients. You don’t need fancy heirloom tomatoes (of course, if you happen to have some on hand, by all … Continue Reading
It’s early spring. Among other things, that means it’s ramp season — the springtime delicacy also known as wild garlic. Last year I celebrated ramp season at the Hudson Valley Ramp Festival. If you’re not too far, I highly recommend a visit. This year’s festival is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, 2014, in the … Continue Reading
