I am not a vegetarian and have no plans to become one. But I often make vegetarian meals just because I like the preparations. Even more often, I prepare meals in which the meat acts as a condiment. T
Comingling of two cultures can occur in any number of ways, some positive, others negative. It may be through immigration, trade or proximity. Sometimes the mechanism is invasion and conquest.&n
They’re almost impossible to resist: food trucks, or more properly, “mobile food concessions.” Many serve ethnic or regional specialties. Food trucks are starting to receive serious
My family has been keeping a secret for the last couple months. We haven’t done a very good job of it, in spite of lawyers and experts who cautioned us that it was the only wise course. But it&r
Last year, as always, after my columns were published, I found new information I wish I’d known about at the time, or updates worth sharing. Here’s my list for 2010: Writing about Stevie&r
The holidays are almost over. As always, I’ve enjoyed the preparation, parties and celebrations, and the copious amounts of food and drink. But usually even before New Year’s, I’m re
“Remember gentlemen, it’s not just France we are fighting for, it’s Champagne!” — Winston S. ChurchillOne of the most popular holiday drinks is Champagne. And with good r
There are two times when those who celebrate Christmas open their presents: Christmas Eve and Christmas morning. Well, at least in America. Christmas gift-giving customs vary around the world, and man
If you’re looking for gifts for the cooks on your holiday shopping list, here are a few suggestions. They range from inexpensive stocking stuffers to items a bit more substantial, but still mode
I love cookies, and I’ll certainly be making and eating my fair share of them during the holiday season. But after awhile, the cookie onslaught starts seeming “same-old, same-old.” T