Clams and Chorizo

Abe says
Usually I get myself thinking I am comfortable cooking everything I enjoy eating. When it comes down to it, you take some good ingredients, add just enough, and cook until done — all familiar territory, whether or not I’ve made it before. Really. Right? Like many of the things I tell myself, patently, this [...]

Easter Pork 2009

Ann says
This was the first time Abe has been with me for a holiday, and it was so nice to have him with us.  He made a delicious roasted fennel and carrot dish with a light gremolata that we devoured quickly.  The Smidcheni went to visit my grandmother at her new home a couple of [...]

Tastefully Overcaramelized’s economic stimulus Valentine

Abe says
Valentine’s day is a holiday that engenders such a range of emotions that the best solution may just be to have a drink, or two, and eat some tasty food.
In the afternoon we attended a Champagne tasting at Licorous — six wines with six tiny food pairings — along with Steve and Kat. It [...]