We Don’t Have Time For Anything!
May 1, 2018
What is the meaning of luxury? The immediate thought of the word brings a pacifying sense of aristocracy to mind, with the picture of a
Capoeira: A Slice of Bahia in the Middle of the Ocean
April 14, 2018
Here on this site, I spend a good deal of time featuring recipes that are delicious for the whole family, but also looking for people
Moroccan Couscous with Winter Squash
April 1, 2018
To celebrate my father’s 70th birthday, I am cooking tons of Moroccan food this month. He is from Morocco, and immigrated to Brazil when he
Dinner on Demand: Penne A La Vodka
March 15, 2018
“Mom, can you make Penne a La Vodka for us to try?” Of course, son! Here it is, my own version, as I share with
Flying High Seas With Holland America
February 21, 2018
A few months ago, when the bitter winter had already fallen in Connecticut and the temperatures were dropping beyond bearable, I received a call from
Hot Chocolate
February 18, 2018
It’s freezing cold again! This weekend my kids asked me for “my famous” creamy hot chocolate, which I am sharing the secret here with you.
Osso-Bucco: Touchdown At The Table!
February 1, 2018
Here is one of the most praised dishes a cook can cook. Yep! If you make a good Osso-Buco (which are veal shanks) you will
A Recipe Passed Me By
January 2, 2018
Have you ever seen a recipe in a magazine, or newspaper, or cookbook, and marked it with a sticky note with the intentions of making
The Ceremony Of The Table
December 1, 2017
I may be a chef, but I am also a diner. I love to entertain, and as any host, table setting is one of the
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