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Simply spaghetti

I was in Tuscany in a place of dreams. It was summer and, even though the sun had gone, it was still as warm as England’s hottest day. I sat on a terrace wondering if any view could be more … [more]

Farmers' Market Integrity

Recently, questions about the integrity of farmers’ markets have burbled up in the news, feeding the worries of some shoppers: How do I know my market has “real” farmers and can I believe their … [more]

Caipirinha Cocktail

The Caipirinha can safely be called the national cocktail of Brazil. After all it is made with the country’s distinctive rum variety cachaca. For the uninitiated, the Brazilian rum is made by … [more]

Larousse Gastronomique

This comprehensive French culinary encyclopedia was first published in 1938 and has been the standard bearer ever since. Any serious chef will have a copy for handy reference. I find it a useful … [more]

Rimming a glass

Here’s a tip that will make you look and feel like a professional bartender while adding that extra burst of flavor to your drink. To sugar a cocktail glass Pour some sugar into a small plate … [more]