Had this recipe in the queue for quite some time, but like many things these days, it got away from me. But given that it’s the second to the last day of Hanukkah, seemed like a perfect time to post this rösti recipe. While not the traditional potato latke one would enjoy during the Hanukkah … Continue Reading

Am forever curious to try out new flavors (that is, new flavors to me; obviously ‘new’ is subjective). This South Indian fish curry piqued my interest. Who doesn’t welcome a comforting, spicy fish/seafood stew on a brisk, fall day. Kerala is a state along the Malabar Coast in southwestern India from which this dish originates. … Continue Reading

While I enjoy any and all cuisines, as of late, I’ve become increasingly interested in my own cultural food identity. I’m Eastern European (by way of Queens, NY) Jewish by decent. Yes, I grew up fondly eating bagels and lox, though have slowly begun to explore what lies beyond. Have never gravitated towards the heavy, … Continue Reading

I had half a [Marina di Chioggia] pumpkin left over after making my pumpkin gnocchi the other day. I decided to roast it up and layer on the flavors. I simply tossed the pumpkin wedges in olive oil, maple syrup, chile flakes and sea salt and roasted in the oven until tender and caramelized. The … Continue Reading

‘Tis the season for pumpkin, even on this 73 degree day here in Philadelphia. Always on the lookout for new and interesting ingredients, and came across this Marina di Chioggia pumpkin while waiting in line at my local grocer — shout out to Riverwards (Fishtown, Philly). There was a big box filled with them, just … Continue Reading