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Perfect Pasta

Fettucini, ravioli, farfalle, lasagna, rigatoni, cappelini…the list could go on for pages. Of course, we’re talking about the seemingly infinite varieties of Italian pasta. Whether it’s tubular manicotti, ribbons of linguine, or wheel-shaped rotelle, this staple of the Italian diet is the basis for an enormous array of meals.
However, Italy isn’t the only place where pasta […]


The Best Spring Salads

It’s official - the first flowers of spring have bloomed, even in the cold northeast. In keeping with our seasonal theme of the last few weeks it seems only fitting to devote a little space to those fresh spring greens that will soon be gracing our tables.
Clotilde Dusoulier, cookbook author and food blogger extraordinaire (of Chocolate […]


The Artichoke: Spring’s Spiny Treat

Olive-green in color, this flower bud of a relative of the common thistle is covered with spiny-tipped leaves. While this description doesn’t sound very appetizing, somehow humans have managed to get beyond the intimidating appearance of the artichoke, which has intrigued and inspired us since the days of the Ancient Greeks (when, as the myth […]


Seven Reasons to Watch “No Reservations”

Food takes center stage in a film released on DVD last week. Should you take the time to watch? Here are a few reasons “No Reservations” is worth your time.
1. Kate on Quail -The movie’s opening monologue, delivered by perfectionist chef Kate(Catherine Zeta-Jones) details her favorite ways to prepare quail. The fact that this speech is directed […]


Serve Up Some Sunshine

For northern chefs who prize fresh, local ingredients, menus by the end of February can feel pretty repetitive. If hearty stews and roasts are starting to get boring, head to the produce section for a little Vitamin C-filled inspiration.Citrus fruit, at its peak during the winter months, can bring flavor and variety to cold-weather meals.
There are […]