I was one of 40 food bloggers invited to participate in the 3rd Annual Colombo Marsala & Toscana Saporita Recipe Challenge. From there, the competition was pared down to a lucky 12. What an honor to be amongst the finalists. The challenge: Create an original recipe — based on creativity, taste, and visual appeal — … Continue Reading
Wanted to try Anson Mills polenta, but they have a four-bag minimum per order. So, I ordered two bags of polenta, a bag of hominy, and a bag of farro — with no real plan for what to do with them. Sometimes I have a sudden whim, but then a new idea springs to mind … Continue Reading
My local fish market called the other day. Them: We have a note that you had recently inquired about razor clams. Still interested? Me: Yes. Them: When do you want to pick them up? Me: On my way (as I’m running out the door)….be there in a few minutes. Them: Wow, that was fast. Had razor clams for the first … Continue Reading
The connection between food and memory is powerful. Most of my fondest food memories are from experiences later in life, including recent Mediterranean travels, as food was not a big deal in my family growing up (and I’ve been trying to make up for it ever since). The first time I had sea urchin was … Continue Reading
