When we traveled to Italy, we discovered that Italians seem to savor their food more fully than Americans do. They lingered over dinner for hours, with no particular need to rush. However, in our lives, it’s not that easy to do. After dinner, I’m ready to clean up and move to the next task. When … Continue reading Savoring at Table
I love to make risotto. As I have written on my blog previously, I find it therapeutic. The act of stirring, adding broth, and stirring some more is soothing at the end of a stressful day. It encourages mindfulness because it’s hard to do much of anything else when you are making risotto. I don’t … Continue reading Culinary Therapy: Risotto
Roasted sweet potatoes are a special fall treat and a heart-healthy accompaniment to almost any meal. Continue reading Simple Fall Flavors
As the leaves begin to turn and temperatures drop a bit, I keep thinking about a restaurant we enjoyed last fall. Continue reading Farm to Table Eating
South Jersey bursts with its famous tomatoes this time of year, and I’m always looking for new ways to take advantage of them. My social media feed gives me plenty of inspiration. A recipe that often pops up in assorted variations is panzanella salad, an Italian combo of juicy, ripe tomatoes with dried bread. Although … Continue reading Tomato Heaven
