Turmeric Quinoa and Green Grape Salad

Turmeric Quinoa and Green Grape Salad

Those who think food writers eat porchetta and offal all day are wrong. I like salads. And vegetables are much more forgiving than steak or…

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Greens from Mandolin Aegean Bistro’s Organic Garden

Greens from Mandolin Aegean Bistro’s Organic Garden

This week, I toured Mandolin Organic Garden, a new project by Ahmet Erkaya and Anastasia Koutsioukis, owners of Mandolin Aegean Bistro. I went home with…

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Pasta al Pomodoro

Pasta al Pomodoro

My go-to pasta recipe is perfect because it’s unfussy, fast and delicious. Here’s the run-down: Heat extra virgin olive oil in a pan over medium…

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Apple Nougatine Tart from Tartine Bakery

Apple Nougatine Tart from Tartine Bakery

Sometimes, you don’t want a deep-dish, classic Americana apple pie. Sometimes, you want something less traditional. When it comes to apples pies, in fact, I…

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Zak The Baker's plum anise sourdough, slathered with goat cheese

Zak The Baker: Plum Anise Sourdough Slathered with Goat Cheese

As a food writer, I’ve had the opportunity to interview some of Miami’s best cooks, bakers and industry insiders. Occasionally, I also have the chance to…

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