Did I not just say in my last post that I was on a baking hiatus? In all fairness I still am on my healthy eating kick. The problem is that I have events to attend like Labor Day barbecues. And I’m the guest with the cooking blog, which means I must be contributing something… Read More Key Lime Pie
We are rapidly approaching the end of the summer. It’s be a great one – lots of travel, lots of time spent with great friends, enjoying everything New York City has to offer. But I must warn you that I’ve gone into detox mode. Detox mode means eating healthy, spending more time at the gym,… Read More Pasta Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Green Olivada
It’s sad to think that we are rapidly approaching the end of summer. Fall happens to be my favorite season, but the idea of putting on sweaters and gloves right now is kind of scaring me. Then again, the frequent monsoon-like rainstorms we’ve been having in New York City the past week or two might… Read More Zucchini Cornbread
In the words of Bon Appetit, “Bow down and pay your respects to the crown jewel of summer.” This is, as I see it, one of the greatest times of year. Why? Because it’s tomato season! I love tomatoes. Growing up, August meant getting the world’s best tomatoes from my grandfather’s vegetable garden. Now, every year… Read More Fresh Tomato Sauce
As you’ve probably noticed at this point (or can quickly figure out if you go to the Recipe Archive), I like to bake. In fact, I like to bake a lot. There is something inherently beautiful about giving life to a sweet confection. But every so often, I meet someone – often a man – who insists… Read More Fresh Fruit Tart