Originally published May 2023 The incalculable charm of a fried stick of potato garnished with salt and served piping hot I think about French fries a lot. Pommes frites, as they are called in France, even though they were invented in Belgium, are one of those popular foods that seem…
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Wings, Dumplings, Popcorn, And One Hysterical Car
There is nothing I love more in life than owning the right tool for the job, especially when the tool in question is perfectly designed to do the job efficiently and effectively. I’m perfectly fine if that’s all it’s good for. I’m okay if I rarely, if ever, use it. In short, I love a specialized tool.
I Have A Love Language, And Its Name Is Pizza
In a world that appears so fragile, with so much anger and self-absorption, it is pizza that keeps me grounded Even if you do your best to ignore the news, as I try to do, it’s hard to escape the feeling that we seem to be descending into madness on a…
The Casual Comfort Of Champagne And French Fries
In celebration of the simple wonder that is sparkling wine Bells tinkled lightly as the door opened, and an older couple walked into the cafe. “Bonjour,” they said as one. “Bonjour,” came the chorus from staff and patrons alike. It was just past nine in the morning in Paris, and…
When Food Writing No Longer Features Actual Food
The missing poetry, passion, and sensory exploration of contemporary food editorial.
Why’re You Drinkin’ Like The Night Is Young
Why’re you drinkin’ like the night is youngWhy’re you drinkin’ like the night is youngThe kids are in the bed and the day is long doneSo why’re you drinkin’ like the night is young— Holly Williams Searching for a new perspective for enjoying the experience of dining without booze There is a…
Taste A Little Of The Summer
“Peaches on the shelf, potatoes in the bin. Supper’s ready, everybody come on in, now taste a little of the summer, you can taste a little of the summer. My grandma’s put it all in jars.” Greg Brown An excursion of the senses, exploring life at the Jersey shore It’s August.…
A Most American Holiday
There is really no more American holiday than Thanksgiving. It embodies everything we think of as good about America. Celebrating a bountiful harvest. Giving thanks. Sharing with family, friends and neighbors. The promise of good things to come. Some of you might be thinking, “What about the Fourth of July?…
A Little Slice Of Heaven
There is nothing more satisfying, more perfect, or even more mystifying, than a perfect slice of pizza. When done properly, pizza contains the perfect blend of chewy textures, combined with salty, acidic and smokey flavors, all in a food you can eat with your hands. And it’s cheap! However, finding…