Nori (seaweed) tagliatelle. A tad unusual when it comes to pasta. Sometimes you need a dash of unusual in your life. Keeps you on your toes. Makes life interesting. I was in a cute, little Italian market (in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn) the other day. They had a nice selection of dried pasta. One in … Continue Reading
In my humble opinion, the calendar does not announce the official start of spring (for 2015, spring commences on March 20). Rather, the arrival of the first ramps (aka wild leeks) is the telltale sign, the harbinger, that spring is upon us. Ramps are the quintessential sign of spring; the sign that spring has … Continue Reading
I’ve eaten quite a few eggs over the past few weeks, as I’ve set out to learn how to properly cook an omelet. It’s harder than it looks. There’s a fine line between light and fluffy and overcooked and rubbery. But, the only way to master something is to practice, practice, practice. After watching … Continue Reading
A year ago at this time I was preparing to set off on a journey. Three months in Ireland. One of the best three months of my life. Can’t believe an entire year has gone flown by. Once again, I’m getting that urge. My inner travel bug is nipping at me. Long to escape, to feel … Continue Reading
It’s been cold here as of late (Brrr, temps in the single digits with Chicago-like winds). Beyond soups and stews, I’m craving hearty, stick-to-your-bones, comfort food. I’m a BIG fan of smoked fish. Well, actually, I love just about anything that comes out of a smoker/smokehouse. Perhaps it’s in my DNA. Is there a gene … Continue Reading
