Today is the last day of September (how did that happen so quick?), and also the last day of the NY Locavore Challenge – I just learned more than 1,400 people across NY State were involved. In addition to taking … Continue reading…
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Freeze This: Tomatillo Sauce
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The official start of Fall is nearly upon us, although I started saying goodbye to Summer last week when I returned to Brooklyn to find the weather had taken a turn towards crisp days and cool nights. I’ve started wearing … Continue reading…
Braised Pork Taco Magic
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Last summer Brad and I just couldn’t get enough of grilled pork tacos. I get these country style ribs from Ray Bradley, marinate them overnight, then Brad gills them low and slow. Our ritual is to thinly slice that lightly … Continue reading…
A Late Summer Market Brunch: Skakshuka!
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Greenmarket Saturdays are a ritual in our house. Every week, rain or shine, Brad, Francine and I always make our way to Grand Army Plaza to load up on some seasonal goodness. So when I read the NY Locavore challenge … Continue reading…
Locavorism and The Flooding of Local Farms
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Yesterday kicked off the first day of the New York Locavore Challenge hosted by NOFA NY (The Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York). When I told Brad I thought we should sign up and was talking about the 250 … Continue reading…