New York Compressed: A 6 Hr Food & Fashion Tour

Sep 9, 2012 by

Earlier this week, I had a whirlwind 6 hours in New York city. I took the train into Grand Central and then walked (ok, ran) a solid 5 miles amongst the sun, crowds, farmers’ markets and freshly...

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Korean Flank Steak with Wakame Seaweed, Sake-Braised Mushrooms & ...

May 9, 2012 by

  This meal happened beautifully and simply. Late Sunday afternoon. I walked through the grocery store, empty head / full heart, grazing the vegetables, waving to random strangers in line at the...

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Pecan-Crusted Monkfish with Bourbon Corn & Roasted Tomatoes

Apr 26, 2012 by

  The idea for this dish came out of “left field,” aka: that beautiful place from which all of my favorite experiences, people and creations wander forth (cue James Earl Jones’ voice over). I...

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Peach, Walnut & Beet Ravioli with Rhubarb Butter

Apr 18, 2012 by

  My day started at the farmer’s market. Well, actually it started with a hangover, followed by the grouchy realization that I needed to bring my car to the shop for a pricey operation. But,...

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Goat Cheese Salad with Pancetta, Dried Cherry and Port Dressing

Mar 8, 2012 by

“Hi, my name is Bre, and I have a problem with lettuce.” Yes, it’s true. I’ve never really taken to the whole traditionally-defined salad category. I just never saw how iceberg or romaine...

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Roasted Eggplant Soup with Feta & Basil Dumplings

Mar 8, 2012 by

In this soup, eggplant, tomatoes, garlic and fennel are roasted together to create a beautiful, lightly creamy base. Then, a fried wonton-dumpling, stuffed with fresh basil and goat cheese,...

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