Time For A Traditional Italian Lasagna Dish – Thanks To A Chef’s Mom! There is nothing better for the fall than a comforting meal that is full of flavor – so it’s time for a homemade Lasagna, thanks to Gloria… Read More ›
52 for 22 challenge
Cooking Chicken Fricassee With Benjamin Franklin! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Has William Penn’s Favorite Dish!
Cooking With Benjamin Franklin! How many of us can say that? Well, I had the chance to cook with one of America’s “founding fathers” because he was also a “founding foodie!” Remember that I shared these two recipes on July… Read More ›
A Boozy Bermuda Fish Chowder! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Loves Sherry Pepper Sauce And Rum!
I Love Wet Food! I am happy to say that soups, chowders and broths of all kinds are my favorites, so for week #39 of my “52 In 22” cooking challenge, I am going to make my favorite chowder of… Read More ›
Cooking At Harry’s Bar! “Legumi alla Primavera” And Bellini’s For My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge!
Welcome To Harry’s Bar In Venice! Yes, it may seem nondescript outside, but inside is one of the most legendary bars in the world – Harry’s Bar in Venice Italy opened in 1931 – and the 91-year-old institution is famous… Read More ›
Lava Wine And Cassatedde! A Sicilian Ricotta Pastry Recipe! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Has Sicilian Flavors!
Eyeing A Lava Recipe! Yes, it’s true: my “52 In 22” cooking challenge is working with volcanic ash and lava! There’s much to share, so let’s begin with this: a few weeks ago I shared this photo showing the cookbooks… Read More ›
A Delicious Jambalaya Recipe! My “52 In 22 Cooking Challenge Has Creole “Pot Cooking” Thanks To Commanders Palace!
Who Wants Jambalaya?” The word “Jambalaya” always reminds me of “Seinfeld”, when Kramer almost sings the word as he describes the dish – but I got my inspiration from one of New Orleans’ greatest restaurants! Commander’s Palace has been a… Read More ›
A Delicious July 4th From Our “Founding Foodies!” My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Eats With George Washington And Thomas Jefferson!
Eating With George Washington And Thomas Jefferson For 4th Of July! Well, happy Independence Day to you all! For my “52 In 22” cooking challenge, I am diving into a terrific book at America’s “Founding Foodies”, first President George Washington… Read More ›
I Made Asian Dumplings At Home! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Has Siu Mai And Potstickers!
My Homemade “Dumpling” Feast! This is a first for me – making homemade Dumplings! Yes, my latest “52 In 22” cooking challenge took me to Asia and a cookbook filled with Dumplings, Dumplings, Dumplings! For week #25 of my yearlong… Read More ›
Making A “Capela” – Macau Meatloaf With Fat Rice! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Is Wrapped In Bacon!
Behold A Macau “Capela!” I loved a Chicago restaurant called Fat Rice, and their cookbook taught me about the cuisine of Macau, and how to make a “Macau Meatloaf” called a “Capela”! The word “Capela” refers to a circular shape,… Read More ›
Making Delicious Fresh Fish Tacos! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Has The “Forever Fish” Recipe!
Want To Spice Up Your Fried Fish Tacos? Sure, we all do, don’t we? As my “52 In 22” cooking challenge heads into the refreshingly healthy summer season, it’s time to think about fresh, fun dishes to serve outdoors, and… Read More ›