Wine is subtle, wine is complex, wine can even be a transcendent experience. But sometimes wine … M Rosé d’Anjou is perfect with seaside lobster rollRead more
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Even Japanese cooks love asparagus
In Cook Japanese at Home, author Kimiko Barber demystifies Japanese cuisine for western cooks. But she … Even Japanese cooks love asparagusRead more
Pouilly-Fumé complements asparagus-prosciutto risotto
We sang the praises of Sancerre a few weeks ago, lauding its round fruit combined with … Pouilly-Fumé complements asparagus-prosciutto risottoRead more
A is for Asparagus in new Alain Ducasse cookbook
It’s asparagus season in our neighborhood. The fields of Hadley, Massachusetts are yielding the delicious spears … A is for Asparagus in new Alain Ducasse cookbookRead more
Utiel Requena wines conjure tastes of northeast Spain
We’re convinced that there is nothing like taste to evoke memories of place. A sip of … Utiel Requena wines conjure tastes of northeast SpainRead more
Fall River has grip on wacky sandwiches
In its heyday, Fall River, Massachusetts, was a factory town par excellence. And that’s just the … Fall River has grip on wacky sandwichesRead more
As spring blooms, Sancerre launches season for whites
Pat has fond memories of traipsing through the Loire Valley one summer. As much as the … As spring blooms, Sancerre launches season for whitesRead more
Montreal Poutinefest moves to August on 375th
This summer is a big birthday season in Canada. The country is marking the 150th anniversary … Montreal Poutinefest moves to August on 375thRead more
Getting ready for summer with ‘Le Picnic’ recipes
Talk about timing! Le Picnic: Chic Food for On-The-Go crossed our desk just as the azaleas … Getting ready for summer with ‘Le Picnic’ recipesRead more
Cochon555 highlights winning tastes of heritage pigs
Roughly five hundred folks feasted on about 1,500 pounds of succulent heritage pork last weekend at … Cochon555 highlights winning tastes of heritage pigsRead more