- Documenting the journey through my kitchen, a pinch of salt at a time.
Posted in Appetizer, Dessert, Food Thoughts, Italian, Main Dish, Pasta, Vegetables on Jun 6th, 2011
We are indeed much more than what we eat; but what we eat can nevertheless help us be much more than what we are. — Adele Davis Ah, Italy! Italia! Il Bel Paese! Even though a culinary journey through this land of food artists would outlast the most long-lived of men, we felt the need [...]
Posted in Italian, Main Dish, Pasta, Recipe, Vegetarian on Apr 26th, 2011
If Italy had contributed nothing but pasta dishes to the world of cuisine, it would have been sufficient for immortality. — Craig Claiborne Spring has finally arrived in upstate New York! It’s about time. Today it was sunny, 70+ degrees Fahrenheit, just like the way it should be at this time of year. In any case, [...]
Buon cibo, buon vino, buoni amici – Unknown When there’s a blizzard outside, having warmth, good food, wine, and company is priceless. A fireplace adds a nice touch as well. There are many foods that comfort the soul, but today’s choice is heavily influenced by my favorite person in the world who happens to come [...]
Posted in Cooking class, Italian, Pasta, Recipe, Technique on Dec 21st, 2008
Earlier this month, I attended a pasta making class at Terragusto, one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Chicago (it might be safe to say, one of my favorites, period). I truly admire their emphasis on cooking with fresh locally grown foods, and how they value quality over quantity in what they serve. Plus, their [...]
