Of late, this has been my go-to appetizer dish whether I’m bringing or hosting. The lemon, rather than the usual tomato sauce served with these ground meats, is an unexpected combination, but it works surprisingly well and they are addictive. Seeing as you might have a Superbowl party to attend this weekend, I thought I’d… Continue Reading
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don Rodolfo Vina Cornejo Costas Tannat 2006
Tannat is a highly tannic varietal, with one theory on the origin of its name being that it is derived from “tannin”. Makes sense to me: tannin, Tannat. In its native France, it is blended with less tannic varietals and then aged in oak to counter its inherent tannins. But in the high altitude of… Continue Reading
Pork Schnitzel alla armer Mädchenfeinschmecker
You have to admit – unless you are superhuman healthy – every once in a while, you crave a little fried somethin’ somethin’. There are days when walking past a restaurant that reeks of Fryolator can be the undoing of even the most determined-to-be-fit individual. As I would only fit into that category on January… Continue Reading
What’s More American than Chocolate Chip Cookies?
In terms of foodstuffs, I mean. And in that category, apple pie is considered the ultra-American dessert. But really, I think chocolate chip cookies deserve a mention on the all-American list, don’t you? I mean, they were developed in the United States – in Massachusetts, the home of the Revolution, no less – so they… Continue Reading
Happy Inauguration Day
It seems a little too momentous an occasion to be focused on discussing food. But tomorrow we can all look forward to chocolate chip cookies. How’s that sound? A full day with the new president, and cookies. I like it. I hope you do, too.