Let’s face it, macarons are chic little buggers. How can we even think of calories when something is this adorable and well dressed? With a few basic tools and a little finesse, macarons are simple to execute. Below is the my Basic Macaron Recipe. The recipe provides a solid base structure to customize anyway you […]
Monkfish, or “poor man’s lobster”, came in our Cape Ann Fresh Catch CSF this week! Monkfish are opportunistic feeders and have a sweet tooth for shrimp, shellfish and sand eels. The flavor is rich, sweet and succulent reminiscent of lobster, without the hassle of a shell. The texture of the meat is more firm than […]
When I was 16, I lived in Denmark for 6 months. Some of my nearest and dearest friends are Danish and I grew up with special Scandinavian traditions and specialities mixed into my life back on Bainbridge. I think “rød grød med fløde” or Red Porridge with Cream is the prize of Denmark…well, at least […]
Fisherman Nick brought us 4 gorgeous whole grey sole this week from our Cape Ann Fresh Catch CSF. If you are lucky enough to get your hands on a whole fish, here is a great fillet demo from their website. Flat fish have a different bone structure than cod or salmon so the technique is slightly […]
This spring, I took an amazing pastry class out in LA from Pastry Chef, Clemence Gossett. So while Pillsbury may have a place in my freezer, this 5 Minute Pie Crust has become a fantastic addition to my culinary arsenal when the ingredients are too perfect not too dote on just a little extra! Yesterday […]
With just one bite… I can smell the dark roast coffee brewing and hear Harry Belafonte’s voice carrying through my grandparents beloved home in Carmel, California. My “Oma” is famous for her heart-filled cooking and breakfasts from “scratch.” This recipe is like Oma- fantastic and adaptable. She never lets a recipe or her pantry slow […]
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