Quick disclaimer: my mother and uncle grew up in Persia. I am not sure if it is just a family myth, but I remember a story that when they returned to England my uncle was upset that he could no longer have Iranian caviar for breakfast! We have been fortunate to have real […]
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José Andrés Chorizo Ibérico with Cod Loin, Black Rice, Peas and Saffron Lemon Butter Sauce
One of our favorite stores near home is Table and Vine in West Springfield. Along with a extensive selection of wines and beer, this store also has some great cheeses. We also found some genuine Chorizo Ibérico that is sold through Fermin a José Andrés brand. We have the afore mentioned Chef’s cookbook Tapas a taste […]
José Andrés Chorizo Ibérico with Cod Loin, Black Rice, Peas and Saffron Lemon Butter Sauce
One of our favorite stores near home is Table and Vine in West Springfield. Along with a extensive selection of wines and beer, this store also has some great cheeses. We also found some genuine Chorizo Ibérico that is sold through Fermin a José Andrés brand. We have the afore mentioned Chef’s cookbook Tapas a taste […]
Chinese Dumpling Folding 101
Ok, we are cheating a little here. I had the fortunate opportunity recently to spend a morning learning how to fold dumplings with some Chinese students at the school I teach at and thought…this would make a good blog… so I asked them if they would mind if I took some photos…to […]
Cuisinart Pressure Cooker Spring Lamb Shanks with Mash and Spring Veg
At last spring is here, with a snow storm last week we thought that winter would never end. So the sun has broken through and the trees are full of blossoms. Although the days are warm the nights are still very chilly. Braised shanks are a great way to bring together all the flavors […]
Cuisinart Pressure Cooker Spring Lamb Shanks with Mash and Spring Veg
At last spring is here, with a snow storm last week we thought that winter would never end. So the sun has broken through and the trees are full of blossoms. Although the days are warm the nights are still very chilly. Braised shanks are a great way to bring together all the flavors […]
Sushi Rolls at Home
We love sushi but don’t often get out for it due to busy schedules. More often than not we pick it up for take out after a late night at work. Today we had a little extra time and decided to make it at home for lunch. Wash the sushi rice thoroughly until the water […]
Sushi Rolls at Home
We love sushi but don’t often get out for it due to busy schedules. More often than not we pick it up for take out after a late night at work. Today we had a little extra time and decided to make it at home for lunch. Wash the sushi rice thoroughly until the water […]