Armed with several new cookbooks and kitchen equipment, I’ve been doing battle with a few new recipes, and even testing different cooking methods. Inspired by Karoly Gundel’s Hungarian Cookbook, which was picked up hastily at the airport in Budapest, I decided to try my take on Veal Paprikas. The first time I made this dish,…
As you know from my posts, I’m a big fan of simple preparation and minimal “hands on” cooking time. But the universe seems to be challenging my philosophy this year. For Christmas, my very dear friend, visiting from the UK, brought me Heston Blumenthal’s gorgeous tome: The Fat Duck Cookbook. Then for my birthday, going…
For years, I’d been wanting to try the acclaimed WD-50. Recent appearances of its chef, Wylie Dufresne, on Top Chef only served to heighten my interest. Now he offers a 12 course tasting menu for $155 and a 5 course one featuring old favorites that he calls “From the Vault” for $90 (there’s an amuse…
Looking for a modern take on a classic American comfort food, I came up with this Asian inspired recipe replacing an easy to find and inexpensive roast cut for the usual short ribs. The meat was flavorful, mildly spicy and very moist from the broth. And I got a chance to use my new Schmidt…
If you’re looking for a last minute gift for the holidays, think of something homemade. Like infused alcohol. You can add almost any ingredient that you like to whatever spirit would be enjoyed most. Infuse tequila with a few jalapenos (the longer this sits, the hotter it will be). Add cinnamon, lemon or pineapple to…
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