The What and How of Food… Meets Why
In spite of my removing it from the shopping list, twice, Lynn brings home boxed brownie mix. We have a discussion that involves my being very elitist about box mixes. She reminds me that we all have fond memories of boxed brownies from our childhood. She’s right sooo… let’s make […]
Deviled eggs are an entertainment standby. Whether for a picnic or a holiday dinner party this favorite can be an elegant (and popular) addition to your table. Knowing the deviled eggs basics frees your imagination to dazzle your guests. Follow the basic technique below and then add whatever “embellishments” strike […]
I think we all know that summertime is when tomatoes taste their finest. After months of enjoying the local tomatoes from our favorite farm stand, Wilson Farms, I start to freak out that months will pass before we can enjoy that flavor again. So I try to preserve at least […]
In the summertime farm fresh tomatoes are one of my favorite things. Unfortunately, at least here in the Boston area, the season is short and the fresh tomatoes disappear fast. This year, since I had more time at home than most summers (I think we all know why) I decided […]
Threw this together one night when making Taco Grilled Chicken Wings. I know, the usual accompaniment for wings is blue cheese or ranch dressing, but I figured I’d stay with the Mexican theme (and I had some avocados that desperately needed to be used) There were also Mai Tai Margaritas […]
If you are like Lynn and me, it is all about the sides. We, like Cartman (of South Park fame), are always first concerned with the side dishes when contemplating any meal. This recipe is a nod to the ubiquitous oven roasted brussel sprout. We hated them as kids but […]
I met Sherryl through my wife Lynn. They worked together at a tech company, Sun Microsystems, here in the Boston area 30 years ago. Actually Sherryl was Lynn’s boss. She must have been pretty good to Lynn because they have been friends ever since, long after parting ways professionally. Our […]
Many moons ago when I was in between jobs in tech I took a job at the wonderful cooking store chain Williams-Sonoma. Truth be told I made zero money at this job, not because they didn’t pay well, but because I spent my entire paycheck (and then some) on cool […]