A few weeks ago Brad and I headed west to spend some time with his family in Colorado and to embark on what has now been deemed our second annual ski trip with Amanda and Alec – Amanda being Brad’s … Continue reading…
Chili Pepper
Better than Hot Sauce: D.I.Y. Harissa
Harissa is a traditional North African chili paste. One of the many delights my Tunisian friend Salah introduced me to. It was in Santa Fe New Mexico, the land of chili peppers, that I learned about this spicy condiment that … Continue reading…
Canyon Cooking: Westwater Chili
On Thursday afternoon I arrived home from Utah and spent a few quiet hours alone in our apartment praying my brain wouldn’t catch up to my body too soon. I closed my eyes that night and dreamed of big skies … Continue reading…
What’s cooler than Ceviche?
Ok, so I really don’t know why this never occurred to me sooner. Hot Greenmarket Saturday in Brooklyn…don’t want to cook…don’t even want to grill…get some fresh fish and make ceviche! Even as I just typed that it seems so … Continue reading…
Beet and Chipotle Soup
I know what you’re thinking… “beet and chipotle soup?!” Yes, and it’s as good as it sounds. (serves 4 to 6) 2 pounds whole beets, stems trimmed to less than 1-inch 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable stock 1 cup … Continue reading…