Culinary Stories
Oly Kraut! Plus Ruben Making
This past weekend, I spent with friends I’ve known a long, long time. One from college days and another from young adulthood. We met in Olympia, the Capitol of Washington State. Under the flying pig, the Olympia Farmers Market was abloom with crowds. Everything... read more
1964 Waldorf Astoria Potato Chips
The first night, at the end of our day in New York City, we stayed at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. My mother and her friend Peg took my younger sister, Nancy, and I to the 1964 Worlds Fair to show us the future. A lavish flower arrangement greeted us on the marble... read more
The Most Innovative Women in Food and Drink
I thought of Veronica Williams, the forager of the wild, when I heard about this restaurant in New York State.
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A Square Meal, A Culinary History of the Great Depression
The New York Times review of A Square Meal, A Culinary History of the Great Depression documents an era of history which changed this country in so many ways. As a catalyst for the Works Progress Administration (WPA), Social Security, Food Stamps, and The... read more
Recipes
Spring Nettle Soup
Spring Nettle Soup 1 Lb. fresh young nettles 1 yellow onion peeled and sliced 3 Stalks celery, chopped 2 Shallots, minced 1 Tbsp. butter 2 C. vegetable or chicken stock 2 tsp. dried tarragon 1 tsp. fresh chervil 2 C. Cream, or soymilk or almond milk ¼ C. fresh lemon... read more
Fresh Rolls with Peanut Sauce
PEANUT SAUCE Fry to crisp, do not burn: 2 T. peanut oil 3/4 C. onion finely, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped When golden brown, set aside. In a sauce pan heat: 1 C. coconut milk 3/4 C. smooth peanut butter 3 garlic cloves pressed When above is... read more
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