I am under no impression that I can turn a hard-core leafy green hater into a fan. But that doesn’t mean I will not try. May I propose this recipe as a way to start? Just picture eating this: strings of caramelized onions jeweled with creamy pine nuts and tangy sumac (more on that later),… Continue reading Swiss chard toast ft. black garlic and sumac (V, GF option)
Category: Recipes
Around the World: Kenyan Cuisine
Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking. One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks. Some of these dishes… Continue reading Around the World: Kenyan Cuisine
Tanti Auguri Papà: A (Secretly) Vegan Celebration for my Dad’s Birthday
Almost four years ago, I started a tradition for my dad’s birthday. We would go to Casa Apicii, a lively West-Village modern Italian restaurant. It doesn’t only have some of the most delectable dishes in NYC, but also the most beautiful atmosphere. A 19th century townhouse decked out in revival tudor moldings, tall vaulted ceilings,… Continue reading Tanti Auguri Papà: A (Secretly) Vegan Celebration for my Dad’s Birthday
Around the World: Korean Cuisine
Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking. One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks. Some of these dishes… Continue reading Around the World: Korean Cuisine
Around the World: Moroccan Cuisine
Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking. One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks. Some of these dishes… Continue reading Around the World: Moroccan Cuisine
Around the World: Balinese Cuisine
Amidst coronavirus, I’m sticking to what I – and a lot of other people – love most: cooking and baking. One challenge I’ve presented to myself is to make a dish (or dishes) of international cuisines nearly every week, learn some words from the language, and e-visit some of the country’s landmarks. Some of these… Continue reading Around the World: Balinese Cuisine
Flourless, oil-free lava brownies (GF + V)
Lately, chocolate has taken center stage in my dessert game. In this post, I’ll first share my newest love: a flourless, oil-free lava brownie recipe. And secondly, I’ll share the importance of getting your chocolate from sustainable sources. First up, the lava brownies. Why call them lava brownies? For starters, these brownies may as well… Continue reading Flourless, oil-free lava brownies (GF + V)
Unoscotti: the once-baked biscotti you never knew you needed (GF + DF)
‘Tis the season to be jolly. ‘Tis also the season to bake trays upon trays of cookies. Out of all desserts, biscotti are a must-have for Italian christmases. This year, I wanted to hold onto this tradition, but shake it up a bit. Instead of orange peel, why not add grapefruit zest for a floral… Continue reading Unoscotti: the once-baked biscotti you never knew you needed (GF + DF)
Pie crust scraps 3 ways: nut tartlet, linzer cookies, & baci di dama (GF + V)
In late October, I accomplished something unexpected: making an apple pie. This was such a surprise, because considering I’ve spent the last 19 years sneering at pies, here I was, loving pie, going for my second slice. I ended up having leftover pie crust dough. What to do, what to do… I wanted to challenge… Continue reading Pie crust scraps 3 ways: nut tartlet, linzer cookies, & baci di dama (GF + V)
Gratitude & Veg-packed Thanksgiving 2020
We’ve heard it quite a few times by now: “This Thanksgiving has been an unusual one.” As I like to put it, this Thanksgiving was both uniquely unusual and special. I’m used to a gathering of 14 family members that fill the dining room with booming laughs, funny conversations, and the clanking of silverware. Each… Continue reading Gratitude & Veg-packed Thanksgiving 2020