Ahh, it’s late August September. How did that happen? I feel like I need to load up on tomatoes this time of year. Enjoy as many as possible, as soon, they will disappear and we’ll be talking about cool weather crops and all things pumpkin. But, not today. Tomatoes are still here in all their … Continue Reading
I teamed up with Bayonne Ham and Honest Cooking to prepare a recipe that showcases Jambon de Bayonne. Bayonne is a city in the Basque region of southwest France where the Nive and Adour rivers meet. It’s also the home to Bayonne ham, a cured ham made with high-quality, whole, fresh hams that have been … Continue Reading
Gazpacho, the Spanish chilled tomato soup, is widely known — and for good reason. It’s refreshing and light and hits the spot on a hot summer day. But have you ever tried salmorejo? It’s a thicker, creamier (compared to gazpacho) chilled tomato soup that hails from southern Spain, Cordoba (in Andalucia) to be exact. It’s … Continue Reading
Salad shouldn’t be boring. Inspired by a Burmese ginger salad referred to as gyin (or gin) thoke, this recipe for a punchy-crunchy salad — with an assortment of seeds, legumes, fried garlic chips, shallots, chiles, and pickled ginger — is the antithesis of boring. The toppings add layer upon layer of texture and excitement to … Continue Reading
Pide (pee-DEH) is a Turkish flatbread formed into a boat-like shape. It’s addictively good, anytime of the day — breakfast, lunch or dinner. While pide can be layered with various toppings, ground beef or lamb is often common. However, I was in the mood for something on the lighter side, so went a slightly different … Continue Reading
