The latest from Chewing the Fat...
And now for something completely different…an Interview with Instachef Sensation, Chef Cliff Skighwalker
Yes, Chef! For some time, Andrew and I have been talking about adding a new feature to Chewing The Fat. It’s called “YES, CHEF!” and it’s all about the people who make the food that we find so fascinating. Over the years, I have done…
My latest Travel Article for Travel-Wise has just been published. And with it, a recipe for Bali’s most popular dish.
In March, I took an amazing trip, some of which I have already shared on Chewing The Fat. But before I boarded Silversea’s Silver Muse for my culinary odyssey in Bali, Borneo and the Philippines, I spent a magical five days in Bali itself. It…
Absolutely the creamiest, smoothest, most spectacular French Lemon Cream Tart from Pierre Hermé
The last time Andrew and I were in Paris, we pretty much went from one spectacular bakeshop or chocolatier to another. And you can’t really miss those belonging to Pastry Chef Extraordinaire Pierre Hermé. The man himself is arguably the most acclaimed of all living…
Head north this summer: “A Foodie Road Trip Across Canada” is our guest post today. (There’s even a recipe for Moose.)
As some of our readers know, I am a Contributor to Travel-Wise.com. A lot of my travels end up on this wonderful resource which I highly recommend your visiting: www.Travel-Wise.com. It’s headquartered in Canada although its audience is bigger in the U.S. and the U.K.…
A new flour brings great taste back to Gluten-free baking and our Buttermilk Waffles proved it.
If necessity is the Mother of Invention, Chef Einat Mazor’s daughter’s celiac disease is responsible for a truly wonderful break-through in Gluten-Free baking. The aptly named Extra White Gold Flours were a result of the Georgia-based Mazor’s child’s suffering and her determination to bring the…
Cumin-Lime Shrimp with Ginger and Garlic Fried Rice
My friend Lorna said she thought I should focus some attention on seafood cookery. She’s convinced that most people don’t have a clue how to move beyond their one recipe for sword fish. Or tuna. Or flounder. That, when confronted with any other fish, they…
Lauren’s Mother-In-Law’s Tortilla Soup
Cinco de Mayo came one day late this year. We celebrated Seis de Mayo with this wonderful soup. It’s one of those soups that makes a meal. Rich, satisfying, and truly filled with the goodness of vegetables and spices for a depth of flavor we…
A visit to the C.I.A., A recipe for a True Tuscan Bread Salad and one for a Lower Gluten Salad made with Wheatberries!!
The thrill of being invited to participate in a three-day adventure at the Culinary Institute of America, Napa Valley, California branch is about as good as it gets. Especially if you’re a self-taught home cook. And the experience exceeded every imaginable expectation I had. How…
Blueberry Buttermilk Scones from Huckleberry Bakery and Cafe, Santa Monica, California
It’s been quite a while since the baker in our house appeared on Chewing The Fat. Truth is, Andrew does almost all his baking in Bridgehampton. That’s where the stand mixer is and all those other baking necessities. But to make these scones didn’t require…
Our Report From Silversea: “An In-Depth Culinary Experience, S.A.L.T.” has just been published by Avid Cruiser.com
S.A.L.T. is the acronym for Silversea Cruise’s extraordinary new culinary program. It stands for “Sea And Land Taste.” And our latest sampling of what’s on offer assures us it will be a huge favorite of culinary-inclined cruisers. Food Wine and Travel Writer Monte Mathews reports…
Ina Garten’s Roasted Salmon Tacos and How to find the perfect Avocado to make them.
You’ve got to hand it to Ina Garten. You might have thought that Tacos were out of her wheelhouse. But no. This recipe, from her TV series “Cook Like a Pro”, was served up on a recent program and labelled “Weeknight Dinners”. It’s that alright:…
Back to the Philippines for New York’s Best Burger! The Chori Burger
Last month, I had one of the most rewarding culinary trips imaginable. I was aboard Silversea Cruises’ Silver Muse for a pilot voyage for its new Silversea S.A.L.T. program, an acronym for Sea And Land Taste. This new Culinary program was amazing start to finish.…
Asparagus and Mushroom Frittata
Asparagus season is coming and here’s a great way to celebrate its arrival. While a frittata sounds rather fancy, it’s a very easy dish to make. Far simpler than flipping an omelette, it’s wildly versatile too. For this version, I added shallots and cremini mushrooms…
