‘Average Mom’ does it all

“Iron Chef” fails to impress.

Salmon with a twist

Plenty of pepper spices up rich salmon fillets. Horseradish sauce ups the ante. Salmon has such a rich flavor, it often is best to keep it simple when cooking it.

Dangerous dogs? Group says it’s time for a redesign

Can America build a better hot dog?

Dangerous dogs? Group says it’s time for a redesign

Can America build a better hot dog?

Do Wine Blogs Matter?

I wrote an article for the San Francisco Chronicle about wine blogs and their effect on the market . I had hoped to make that announcement the new post on the WordPress version of this site, but the conversion looks like it will take a while.

Switching To WordPress

Just letting you all know that I’m finally moving my blog from Blogger (I know!) to WordPress.

Classic gumbo gets a spicy Italian kick

Is it blasphemy to give hallowed gumbo an Italian makeover?

Toast Olympic victories with ice wine

Memorable flavor makes Canadian specialty a hit Canada will be the focus of world attention this week when the 2010 Olympic Winter Games get under way in Vancouver, B.C. Toast our neighbor to the north with a glass or two of Canadian ice wine.

Overnight Chicken Stock

I woke up this morning to the smell of chicken stock. I stepped out of bed, walked down the hallway, and looped back into the kitchen

Build the best Belgian waffles

An icy day on the mountain ends with a welcome helping of waffles. Skiing puts you in mind of fluffy snow, sunny afternoon and drifts of whipped cream adrift on hot chocolate.