As I stand in my Chicago kitchen, the aroma of simmering tomatoes and fragrant herbs transports me back to the sun-drenched coast of Tuscany. The Tuscan Fish Stew, or “cacciucco” as it’s known locally, is more than just a dish – it’s a celebration of the sea, a testament to the ingenuity of coastal fishermen … Lire plus
The aroma of sizzling prosciutto and sweet peas wafting through my Chicago kitchen instantly transports me back to the sun-drenched hills of Emilia-Romagna. It’s there, in the heart of Italy’s culinary paradise, where I first encountered the simple yet sublime pleasure of Garganelli alla Crema. This quill-shaped pasta, lovingly handcrafted and bathed in a silky … Lire plus
As I stood in my Chicago kitchen, the aroma of toasting quinoa filled the air, transporting me back to my culinary school days in Paris. Who would have thought that this ancient Andean grain would become a staple in my French-American fusion cuisine? Today, I’m excited to share with you my take on the quintessential … Lire plus
The aroma of slow-cooked pork tongue wafts through my kitchen, transporting me back to my childhood summers in Provence. As a young boy, I’d watch in awe as my grand-mère lovingly prepared her signature Langue de Porc Confite. Little did I know then that this humble cut would become a staple in my culinary repertoire, … Lire plus
The aroma of bubbling cheese and golden-brown pasta wafting from the oven instantly transports me back to my childhood in New Orleans. As a young boy, I’d watch my French father and American mother collaborate on their version of mac and cheese, a dish that beautifully bridged their culinary heritage. Little did I know then … Lire plus
The aroma of garlic and olive oil wafting through my kitchen always transports me back to my first summer in Naples. Picture this: a tiny apartment kitchen, windows flung open to catch the sea breeze, and a pot of spaghetti bubbling away as I frantically tried to recreate the simplest yet most sublime pasta dish … Lire plus
As I stepped into my grandmother’s New Orleans kitchen on a balmy summer evening, the aroma of seafood and herbs mingling with the salty breeze from the Gulf transported me back to my childhood. Her seafood terrine, a dish that marries French elegance with the bounty of American coastal waters, was always the star of … Lire plus
The aroma of wild boar ragout simmering on the stove takes me back to my childhood visits to my grandparents’ farmhouse in Provence. As a young boy, I’d watch in awe as my grandfather transformed tough wild boar meat into a velvety, rich ragout that would perfume the entire house. This rustic dish, with its … Lire plus
The aroma of melting cheese and savory herbs wafts through the kitchen, transporting me back to a cozy Alpine chalet in Savoie. As I stir the bubbling pot of crozets, those unique Savoyard buckwheat pasta squares, I’m reminded of the first time I encountered croziflette. It was a revelation – a dish that married the … Lire plus
As I stepped into my kitchen on a chilly Chicago evening, the aroma of toasted spices transported me back to a bustling market in Bangkok. The pungent scent of tamarind and the warm notes of cinnamon and cardamom filled the air, promising a culinary adventure that would bridge continents. Today, we’re embarking on a journey … Lire plus