Hungry in Sonoma – Peterson Winery

Winemaker Jaime Peterson gives us a tour of their Bradford Mountain Estate before heading back to the winery for a lesson in wine tasting.

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Hungry in Pittsburgh – Ramps

It’s finally March and just about the season for Ramps! Join me as I head out to the hills of Western PA with the brothers of Wild Purveyors for a lesson in foraging for these wild onions.

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Lemon Curd & Thyme Tart

This lemon curd is so delicious, you could make it alone and serve it with toast, muffins, or scones for a special breakfast.  But pair it with this sweet yet savory shortbread tart crust and you’ve got the perfect dessert that will wow your mom for a very special homemade Mother’s Day.   For The [...]

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La Espuma – A Cafe Cubano Trick

Coffee is important in almost every culture – and not just the consumption of it but the ritual behind the preparation. Since meeting my husband nearly 10 years ago, I have become a huge fan of Cuban coffee for just that reason. In his family, it’s consumed at all hours of the day – it’s [...]

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Poached Pears in White Wine

Poached fruit is always an elegant and light dessert that makes … [Read More]

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Corn Tortillas

I will ALWAYS, from here on out, make homemade tortillas. The … [Read More]

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Ramp & Vegetable Scramble

To a chef, the first sign of spring is not a blossom on a tree, … [Read More]

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Why I love Summer: Reason #1

If you’re like me, sometimes you get a hankering for food from … [Read More]

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In Season: Purple Asparagus

Who says it’s not easy being green? Apparently some asparagus … [Read More]

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“Hungry in Brooklyn” Supper Club – December 2010!

Last month we had our December Hungry in Brooklyn Dinner Party … [Read More]