Lovely, Lovely Figs

Aren’t they just so pretty? And delicious, too. I couldn’t help taking some pictures of the beautiful plate Brad made for us this week with market figs, leftover prosciutto and radish sprouts from our garden. I mean, his food is … Continue reading

Prosciutto, Tomato & Burrata Salad

I read somewhere once about a few ingredients that chef Tom Collicchio always has on hand in his kitchen for impromptu late night munchies or quick throw-together meals. I can’t remember the entire list, but I know that Prosciutto and … Continue reading

Balsamic Cherry Crostata

Welcome to the wonderful months of summer. When children are out of school, the thermometers flirt with triple digits, the air smells like sunscreen, air conditioners buzz and lightning bugs flicker. And in my world, it’s when the June gloom … Continue reading

Grandma’s Homemade Cherry Pie

When I was a little girl, we used to go over to my mom’s parent’s house every Sunday for dinner. I remember a few distinct things about these dinners. We almost always had steak. My grandmother put radishes in our … Continue reading

Getting the Urban Garden Ready for Summer

Our little urban garden has been a touch neglected recently.  Not my tomatoes – of course – but the lettuce, peas, and some of the herbs were looking like they needed a huge dose of loving.  So on Monday, Brad … Continue reading