Update and Redux: C – Never waste pumpkin seeds again. These pumpkin seeds take some effort but they are worth it. Crunchy, addicting little seeds that can be eaten whole. No need to spit the shells out. No wasting any part of the pumpkin this year. C — EEEEEEEP! One … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – Need a flavorful Fall dish that everyone will love? Make this recipe of green beans and roasted vegetables. You might not want to share with anyone after you make it. C — One of my least favorite dishes … at my family’s house. Frozen carrots, peas, … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – Brussels sprouts can be cooked wrong, but not in this recipe. They are roasted to perfection and topped off with panchetta. It makes it even better. C – I am a big fan of Brussels sprouts. … when they are done right. I think Brussels … Continue reading
J – Rodin was a profoundly moving artist … compelling and irresistible. I visit the museum each year. This year the remodel was done. Beautiful. I have a similar reaction to the two amazing meals I had on my last two days in Paris. Compelling. Irresistible. Must return. I seem … Continue reading
J – The denizens of Montmartre are always celebrating something … like Le Fete des Vendanges (Harvest Festival), for example. In October, a week-long festival celebrates, basically, the grape harvest in Le Montmartre. Yes, Montmartre has vineyards and makes wine. It’s a big deal here. A whole week. Galas. Parties. … Continue reading
J – I ate really well in Paris … without spending a fortune. In fact, I only went out to eat four times in almost three weeks: my arrival-day lunch, my obligatory fois gras burger at Chez Genette down the street, an amazing Chef’s Table-style private dinner at Cookin’ with … Continue reading
J – France has laws regulating just about everything … even one prohibiting the landing of flying saucers in the vineyards in Provence. The making of baguettes is no exception. Not only are you required to use very specific ingredients, you cannot make them before 4:00am or after 10:00pm. Makes … Continue reading
J – I have some minimum requirements … when I am staying in Paris for any length of time longer than a day. They are: great, affordable French wine, amazing … mostly stinky … French cheese and a baguette “traditionelle.” (You ask for “un tradition”) In Le Montmartre, having all … Continue reading
J – I wanted to eat the whole tarte … but, I managed to pace myself. Only one slice a day for several breakfasts after the shooting day. Apple tarte tatin for breakfast is pretty cool. It’s also really great for a dinner party. Easy service with a wow factor. … Continue reading
Update and Redux: J – This is a sweet/savory dessert pizza. When we first made it, we didn’t quite get that fact … until we had it with ice cream. A mystery until tasting. Very good! C – I am always on a quest to try new flavor combinations. I … Continue reading