When it comes to storytelling, film is a powerful medium. With visuals, we get pulled into the heart of a story; we take…
Foodie Underground: The World of Cookbook Porn
ColumnHas the seduction of cookbooks made us forget how to actually cook? In a bookstore last week, I headed for the coo…
Foodie Underground: Food, Farmers and Choice
ColumnWhy eating locally isn’t just smart. It’s the socially just thing to do. We all know the benefits of l…
Food History: Hot Chocolate The Ultimate Comfort Drink Then and Now
Where do our favorite dishes come from? In our ongoing series ‘Food History’ we take a look at classic dishe…
Foodie Underground: Hey Ladies, Have You Tried the ‘Parisian Diet’?
ColumnThe problem with diets… even the French ones. There is always a lot of talk about the mystery of French wome…
How (and Why!) to Make Your Own Bitters
The first time I saw cardamom bitters on a cocktail menu I was ecstatic. The second time I was amused. The third time I …
Foodie Underground: A Critique of Our Obsession with Food Photos
ColumnDo we have a food porn problem? It was just another Wednesday night. I was craving dessert, and the only reasonabl…
10 Egg Dishes to Make Before You Die
You can do better than just scrambled. The other morning I pulled down the egg carton and went to grab a couple to make…