March 21, 2005

Champagne Lime Vinaigrette w/Avocados

Spring has brought on a slew of beautiful avocados at my local market. By happy coincidence, limes happen to be dirt cheap at the moment as well. The only one who could not be particularly thrilled by this is...
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February 18, 2005

Leek and Potato Tart

The point of this post is not to talk very much about a simple leek and potato tart -- rather, it's how you can build on this basic recipe when you're out of leeks or potatoes, or any other...
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January 18, 2005

Cucumber Snackers

Caroline's friend made these simply luscious appetizers for her birthday weekend dinner. The salmon looks so soft and buttery. Thankfully I have smoked salmon in the fridge or else I'd be without relief. She described the apps as "crunchy...
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May 25, 2004

Summer Salads

The weather in Europe is yo-yoing at this time of year. There are, however, small stretches of consistent sun and warmth that leave you craving foods that are light and...well, summery. I like mixing the market's seasonal fruit offerings into...
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April 02, 2004

amuse-bouche

I learned something new today. All my menus usually include what I called a "pre-appetizer" -- a tiny bite that I serve with champagne before the meal begins. It could be anything from a steamed new potato topped with creme...
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