Bread

The sign was the draw  — patio is open. We were looking for something outdoor with a nice selection of small plates to share. And honestly, it was Valera — the host — who made me to actually check out the menu. Never looking like …

There’s a strong possibility, I was Peruvian in my previous life. For one thing — potatoes. They must be included in my last meal. But then, here’s this whole new development in my possible Peruvian heritage that has surfaced recently. These are the last few …

This 1967 book is an heirloom. It was my introduction — induction? — into The Ferraro Family. Every time this book comes into my eyesight, it’s Gus whisking Leone’s Master Salad Dressing or Barbara’s intense stare into the pot with Zuppa di Pesce on Christmas …

Inspired by our culinary success during Easter preparations and anxious to move on to the season two of Stranger Things, Charlotte and I came up with a couple of other cooking projects. Have to put this recipe here first before I lose it and forget …

My usual assignment for a family Easter gathering is vegetables. There’s one dish I make every year — an element of comfort — and one new — a surprise. The idea for the traditional one comes from 2001 Food & Wine magazine. For a couple …

This one started the whole cooking craze. When we got married, I didn’t really know how to cook. My mom took good care of me and all my life prior to Tom was school, school, school. Tom has never put any pressure on me to …

“The more a party member drinks, the less is left for a hooligan,” states the menu. All this snow creates a craving for the Russian fare of my childhood. I always wanted to try that Russian Vodka Room on 52nd street. Somehow, this place did …

Coco Pazzo in Soho — surprise it was. Fantastic food for very reasonable prices. They start you off with bread not to miss. Between my husband and me, we split Carciofi e Parmigiano, a perfect blend of thinly sliced artichokes, parmigiana, and fennel dressed with olive …