When I was a kid, shellfish scared me. I mean, these denizens of the ocean aren’t the prettiest things to look at. Mom was smart, though. She removed the delectable meat from her crabs, lobsters, and mussels and created the most awesome dishes with them. I got over my fear, eventually, and began to […]
Christmas Eve & the Seven Fishes
Silver bells ring and carolers sing. A chilly, clear, starry night. It’s December 24th and Christmas Eve is well under way. As you stroll down a quiet Bensonhurst block in Brooklyn, New York, both attached and semi-attached Georgetown-style homes are twinkling with brilliant red, green and white lights. Now, take a deep breath. Yep, the […]
A Regional Taste of Italy:food Photography
A Regional Taste of Italy Italy. One country, yes. As for one cuisine, well, that’s another story. After all, Italy was only united in 1861. No wonder regional dialects are, in some places, still spoken among family and friends. It’s also no surprise that each region has developed its own particular style of cooking. As […]
Shellfish Stew
A healthy alternative to meat stews. This simple shellfish stew is quick and easy to make.