In mid-summer, when cherries are at their peak, I have been known to demolish a whole bag of them in an afternoon (or hour). In the spirit of diversifying, I thought I might try this recipe from May’s Bon Appetit, and I am happy to say that it is just as compulsively edible as [...]
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Never Burn Your Tongue Again?
This is a guest post by Sal Cangeloso.
Taking price into consideration, there are few objects that give me more joy on a daily basis than a great mug. This mug is one of those rare objects whose design you can appreciate, while still being able to use it and afford it.
Off-the-Menu Snacks from wd-50
This post was guest written by Sal Cangeloso.
What does renowned chef and molecular gastronomist Wylie Dufresne, proprietor of New York restaurant wd-50, serve at a private event? I discovered the answer when I attended a party for Sony’s new notebook computers at HighBar rooftop last week. Chef Dufresne was invited because of parallels Sony wanted [...]
The Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Truck
Few things are more evocative of childhood summer nights than an ice cream truck. Fidgeting anxiously on the sidewalk as the truck wends its way down the block, grimy fists clutching coins and dollar bills, seriously deliberating the choice at hand: maybe these memories are why everyone has such visceral feelings toward ice [...]
The Hamburger-Killer: Homemade Shrimp Tacos
The perfect way to end a summertime beach day is, in my opinion, with homemade shrimp tacos. Last year, I discovered a surprisingly easy recipe for tortillas from an unlikely source, and have been making them with some regularity ever since. Filled with citrus-spiked shrimp, charred vegetables, and creamy avocado slices, these are a perfect [...]
Balthazar’s Seafood Cornucopia
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Last night, as a belated birthday dinner, I was treated to the towering fruit de mer “platter” at Balthazar. Also available in a smaller size (Le Grand, $58), Le Balthazar ($99) is a feast for two, generous snacking for four, and a towering, three-tiered spectacle for your neighboring diners [...]
