When Valencianos say that they are "going to the beach," they usually mean Playa de Malvarossa, … La Pepica: the mother church of paella in ValenciaRead more
Author: Pat and David
Tips for packing food and wine in a suitcase
safe packing for liquids in checked luggage
What to buy in an Italian grocery store
Since so many of the regional Italian cuisines are based on food that is fresh, fresh, … What to buy in an Italian grocery storeRead more
What to buy in a Spanish grocery store
We love visiting fresh markets when we travel. But except for dried herbs and spices, most … What to buy in a Spanish grocery storeRead more
Bringing food through US Customs
Sometimes you can’t bring the taste of travel back home. We learned the hard way by … Bringing food through US CustomsRead more
Cold turkey warms to the Hot Brown
The chefs at the Brown Hotel, which has been one of Louisville’s social centers since it … Cold turkey warms to the Hot BrownRead more
Raclette made simple – in a grilled cheese sandwich
And speaking of cheesemongers…. We have fond memories of eating raclette–a big plateful of melted cheese … Raclette made simple – in a grilled cheese sandwichRead more
Cheeses that stand alone
Praise for Formaggio Kitchen, cheese monger in Cambridge, Mass.
Cabrales – why it’s good to get the blues
We saw many more cows than sheep or even goats as we drove the twisting mountain … Cabrales – why it’s good to get the bluesRead more
Seeking pressure at home
We love risottos, but always saved them for special occasions because they were so time consuming. … Seeking pressure at homeRead more