Padrón and shishtio peppers are two of my favorite summertime treats. They look and taste fairly similar. Am slightly partial to Padróns, which have a thinner, more tender skin and smaller seeds than do shishitos. In my neck of the woods, Padróns are difficult to come by, so I often substitute shishitos. Not an exact substitute, but close … Continue Reading
Asparagus season is upon us… Am always excited about first of the season asparagus. But I think I may have gone a bit overboard in the decadent department. I wrapped the asparagus stalks in speck and roasted them in the oven. Speck…have you tried it? It’s like prosciutto, but dare I say, better. It’s … Continue Reading
Oeufs en cocottes [French for “eggs baked in little dishes or pots”] are my new favorite thing to eat. A traditional French dish that is elegant and simple. Classics are classic for a reason, and this one is here to stay [in my kitchen]. Oeufs en cocottes are definitely going into my weekly repertoire. … Continue Reading
The 2013 summer solstice doesn’t begin until June 21. And?? Well, that means there are still a few more weeks to enjoy spring, that is, until the hot and humid weather takes over, at least here in D.C. Too hot for most of us, including most of these beautiful vegetables that thrive during more temperate … Continue Reading
May 4, 2013, was the 2nd Annual Ramp Festival in Hudson, NY. Held at the Basilica, a reclaimed 19th century factory converted into a cool art/performance/production/event space, it drew 30 chefs from the Hudson Valley and New York City. The guest of honor: ramps. Ramps — aka spring onions, ramsons, wild leeks, wild … Continue Reading
