When I was little, my favorite books were Scandinavian fairy tales about a mythical creature called a Moomin, which vaguely resembled a cuter, mor...

Serves fourFor the croutons: 3 slices of country style bread, cut into cubes 1/4 cup of olive oil 1/2 tablespoon of Aglio, Olio, and Pepperon...

There is a well-known state of weather. And it's not Spring, Fall, Winter or Summer. I call it 'Soup Weather' and it can strike at any time, be it...

March is lot like a long, flat stretch of road somewhere. It’s far enough away from where you’ve left (winter) and not quite to where you’re h...

We're waiting, and eating. I can't tell you how much the past seven months have challenged me, mentally. Sure, there have been physical changes, t...

Serves twoFor the pork:2 bone-in pork chops Espresso sea salt Freshly ground black pepper Olive oilFor the polenta:1 1/2 cups o...

When you're young, you probably don't think too much about life. I'm not talking about life, I'm talking about LIFE. With the context of where you...

Serves four1 quart of chicken stock 1/2 pound of thick pancetta, cut into rough cubes 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil 1 small onion, diced ...

Every year, I look forward to summer with the sort of anticipation that can only be described as childish. I am eager for the longer days and the ...

I am not typically someone that fries my food. I rarely eat fried foods out and I certainly don't make it a habit to fry food in. But for some r...

Serves fourFor the potatoes:4 large russet potatoes extra virgin olive oil 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar, plus more for sprinkling 3/4...

How was your Thanksgiving? Did you overdose on pie and turkey? We spent the holiday practically snowed in in Lake Tahoe. It was a perfect wint...