I made an impulse purchase the other day, and found myself with a 4-pack of Brooklyn Brewery Black Chocolate Stout. Not really sure what possessed me to buy beer, as I’m not much of beer drinker these days. Maybe just got caught up in the holiday festivities; this beer only comes around once a year, … Continue Reading
After a long weekend of holiday eating, including a very rich and tasty Boeuf Bourguignon (aka Beef Burgundy) along with an assortment of cookies, chocolates, and other sweets, something light, refreshing, and homey sounded like a nice alternative. Notwithstanding, a (Brooklyn Brewery) black chocolate stout bread pudding is on my to-do list. I came across … Continue Reading
Parsnips. Any big fans out there? I’ve never even tried parsnips until about a month or so ago. Root vegetables, in general, appear to be a bit underappreciated. But, I’m determined to give the lowly root vegetable some love. I also have a new self-imposed rule: each week [at my local farmers’ market], to seek … Continue Reading
Enjoyed quite a bit of spada crudo (raw swordfish) while in Sicily this past summer. After strolling through the street markets in Sicily, it becomes readily apparent why swordfish is on the menu at almost every restaurant in town. Row after row of vendors selling some of the freshest fish and seafood imaginable. Raw … Continue Reading
This time of year makes me think of winter squash. While I dread winter, I do have a thing for winter squash varietals. My favorites: kabocha, kuri, and hubbard. Find myself bringing one home every time I go to the market, and have amassed a nice little collection on my countertop. Sometimes when I’m feeling … Continue Reading
