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Feb 16, 20133 min read

Lamb or Veal…hmmm?

My neighbourhood Rowe Farms butcher and I had a nice long telephone chat the other day. I was looking for some osso bucco veal shanks to...

Dec 19, 20123 min read

How Solo Can You Go? Mediterranean Osso Bucco

I’ve finished giving my last workshop before taking holidays. Last night I was in a hungry mood to treat myself. A nice dinner seemed...

Sep 12, 20122 min read

Italian and Braised Comfort Food…for the High Holidays or Anytime! Yummamia!

My daughter was visiting for a week before we all trotted off to New York for a weekend of culinary satiation and theatre. One of her...

Dec 17, 20113 min read

Brisket is a Great Accessory for the Holidays

Forget the meatballs …well maybe don’t forget them if you fear a revolt from those who look forward to them…but you can add something...

Dec 15, 20112 min read

Rebel with an Organic Endive Vichyssoise Cause

What the heck do you use endive for outside of a scoop for an appetizer and in salad? I like to mix up and try varied vegetables in my...

May 11, 20112 min read

Whole Roasted Succulent Fish

It’s been about two months since I have been in my empty little nest. Turns out it hasn’t been very empty at all. My son, nephew,...