I arrived in San Francisco today and didn’t waste a moment! I appologize for the lack if finesse in this (and some future) posts – I’m writing from my iphone… Functional but not easy! Lunch at Kokkari: Shaya Verdejo from Ruida (lush, stone fruits, refreshing) GrilledOctopus Salad Lamb Riblets Taromisalata with housemade pita Karpouzi (Watermelon),Continue reading “Day One: Lunch at Kokkari”
Monthly Archives: July 2009
Remembering Cebu
I heard from one of my Filipino partners in crime this morning. He’s going to be in NYC for a brief visit and we are planning to get together for lunch sometime in the next few days. I’m looking forward to it very much! I’ve been thinking of the Philippines quite a bit lately –Continue reading “Remembering Cebu”
From France to Italy in Under 10 Blocks
In honor of Bastille Day I am skipping my Tuesday Top 5 to toast France (I am at the French Culinary Institute afterall) and post the update of this past weekend’s festivities (even though only some of it is French!). Sunday was a glorious day for wandering the streets of Brooklyn! Staying true to my love of mixingContinue reading “From France to Italy in Under 10 Blocks”
Al Fresco Nibbles
I think my inner gypsy went on vacation without me this month! For the past couple of weeks I’ve done very little wandering, I’ve done very little planning of new journeys, and I’ve spent most of my time enjoying the company of my family and some close friends doing precious little more than walking aroundContinue reading “Al Fresco Nibbles”
What’s Up with Pizza These Days?
Today’s media review is in response to the amount of press pizza has been getting lately. I love pizza. I’ve always loved pizza, of all kinds. But still… I don’t get it. Some of my earliest childhood memories are of pizza. I couldn’t have been much older than 3 when my father would take me with himContinue reading “What’s Up with Pizza These Days?”
Tuesday’s Top Five – A Day Late
Yesterday (Tuesday) was another final exam day at FCI… the jury was, as always, quite impressive. Angela Dimino is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to getting the best group of jurors possible for our students. The presence of Craig Koketsu from Park Avenue Summer (and Quality Meats) was a reminder – again –Continue reading “Tuesday’s Top Five – A Day Late”
Sabering Bubbles by Dave Arnold
More on this on Cooking Issues later today…
California Here I Come, Part II
Ever since I bought the tickets I’ve been thinking more and more about California. It’s still 4 weeks away and I’m not one for planning too much in advance, so I’m sure it will sneak up on me soon enough. I’m looking forward to seeing my family (especially my one year old nephew) and my friends,Continue reading “California Here I Come, Part II”