By AYESHA CURRY I call this the “So This Is Christmas Cocktail.” But the drink, from my cookbook “The Full Plate,” is perfect for any family celebration, whether it’s actually Christmas or not. Related Articles Recipe: Miniature chicken pot pies warm the soul Maximalism is back in cocktails with bold colors and flavors British baker’s…
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Now that your lawn is strewn with fallen leaves and you’re reaching for a sweater instead of sunscreen, it’s probably time to revamp the weekly menu to include the hearty, warming foods associated with fall. And what’s easier to cozy up to on a chilly autumn evening than a homemade…
By LOUISE DIXON LONDON (AP) — After years of minimalist, pared-back drinks, maximalism is back. Related Articles British baker’s criticism of Mexican ‘ugly’ bread triggers social media outrage Indulge in lychee-frosted sugar cookies with citrus notes and buttercream Cookbook author dishes on Jewish-Mexican cuisine that is ‘kosherísimo’ Make these breakfast dishes for houseguests during the…
By FERNANDA PESCE MEXICO CITY (AP) — A blunt critique of Mexican bread by a British baker sparked a cascade of social media outrage, ultimately leading to a public apology. Related Articles Today in History: December 19, U.S. auto industry gets emergency bailout Trump’s blockade of sanctioned Venezuelan oil raises new questions about legality A…
By KAT LIEU, Voracious At first glance, these Lychee-Frosted Sugar Cookies from my cookbook “108 Asian Cookies: Not-Too-Sweet Treats from a Third-Culture Kitchen” appear humble when unfrosted, like any other ordinary sugar cookie, like those you would find at the supermarket. But don’t be fooled. This cover image released by Voracious shows “108 Asian Cookies:…
By Sono Motoyama, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette When Ilan Stavans was growing up in Mexico City, he didn’t appreciate the food his family prepared. Related Articles Make these breakfast dishes for houseguests during the holidays How to make bouillabaisse, a French fishermen’s feast This Tuscan flatbread is a colorful, gluten-free alternative to classic crostini The end of…
The holidays can bring overnight houseguests. They appreciate a delicious start to the day, breakfast dishes that make them feel like they are getting special treatment. These dishes are a delicious way to make the first meal of the day more festive. The combination of flavors and contrasting textures make Quiche Lorraine a favorite for…
Bouillabaisse is the iconic fish stew of Marseilles, France’s legendary port city and home to fishermen for centuries. The origins of the stew are humble: It’s thought to have first been made by fishermen with the unsold leftovers from the day’s catch, seasoned with wild herbs, cooked in kettles of sea water over wood fires….
By STEF FERRARI In Tuscany, schiacciata — which is pronounced skee-ah-CHA-tah and roughly means “crushed,” “flattened” or “squashed” — is a versatile word applied to a variety of breads and bread-like things, from a piece of sweet focaccia studded with roasted grapes around the autumn harvest to a savory situation that more closely resembles a…
By Redd Brown, Dina Katgara, Bloomberg News Americans are increasingly over the “slop bowl.” Chipotle, Sweetgreen and Cava — once stars of the restaurant industry — are struggling as diners tire of all those pick-your-own ingredients piled atop rice or greens. Instead, lunchgoers are choosing offerings with more texture, like sandwiches and tacos, that fill…
