Nosh: December 2006

Buon Natale!

Hi everyone - I apologize for not posting sooner but I've had a surprise up my sleeve for the past week or so and could not post anything about where I would be for Christmas! In absolute, unbelievable secrecy,...

Precious cargo

Tiny quail eggs were my prize purchase from the Food and Life fair in Munich yesterday. Perhaps their diminutive size made me feel strangely protective of them; I ran interference as I hand-carried them through the fair. I cradled...

Pea soup with crispy chorizo

This soup has wonderful contrasts within it: against the backdrop of the sweet, smooth, and creamy peas rests the crisp, salty, and spicy chorizo. Top with a drizzle of silky extra-virgin olive oil for a final, fruity note. Use...

a birthday in mind

Today I'm remembering Klaus, a truly unique individual whom I loved and admired, along with scores of other people. I loved to cook for him; he was the most appreciative, the first one to appear at the table, and there...

Festive Food - Perfectly Cooked Crispy Duck

I almost made fresh pasta for Thanksgiving this year. As I was alone all day, I thought it would be a practical way to keep myself occupied. If it wasn't for the lone egg in the egg bowl, I...