The Politics of Food

Election Day is over, and we can again be free of those awful, disparaging and disingenuous ads.  The results weren’t surprising in New York, as Cuomo was the frontrunner.  But elsewhere in the country there were some big races and issues to be decided.  Oregon voted to legalize pot (not a shock).  Providence showed promise…

Exploring The Importance Of Bread In France

Bread has long been a staple of society.  Yet it is much more than a means of sustenance.  In its various forms, we now view bread as a means to define certain cultures.  There’s pita in Middle Eastern cuisine, naan accompanies Indian curry, and a basic baguette in France. As my usual low-carb eating self…

The Pleasure of Pasta Making

Just because it’s late summer, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy pasta.  It’s actually the perfect time of year to enjoy it most! As the nights cool off, you can finally tolerate the heat of the kitchen again. And you have the best ingredients available:  Field grown tomatoes and basil for fresh marinara sauce.  And of…