What does one do with a $20 Groupon credit at Whole Foods? Purchase some locally sourced, grass-fed, humanely-raised veal shanks of course, perfect for making a big pot of osso bucco. This is generally a special occasion kind of meal; it is rich and decadent, and often culminates in the slurping of marrow straight from [...]
Bánh mì Vietnamese sandwiches have a flavor profile that I constantly crave; the savory chew of roasted pork in spicy aioli, the crunchy pickled carrot, the slow burn of jalapeño pepper, the crisp brightness of cilantro, all on a chewy french baguette. But it’s summertime, and I’ve had tacos on the brain as of late. [...]
Back in NYC, I found it truly difficult to separate myself from the flavors of Southern California after my vacation. It took a legitimate week before I began craving food again that did not center around a Mexican flavor profile- more specifically, a Tilapia fish taco profile. But inspiration is born of necessity, and once [...]
Class is canceled! I have an unexpected afternoon off to cook. I’m just getting over a cold and the weather in New York has been miserable, so I’m jonesing for a little sturdy red meat. Tonight I’m cooking for one so I decided against a big roast and went for a stir-fry. I also happened [...]
