Cornucopia
By Mariko on 31 October, 2008
I much prefer fiction over non-fiction books. Perhaps it’s because reading is something I prefer to do on my down time as a diversion, and therefore, I want it to be escapist, in a big way. I am a big fan of magic realism, and realized lately that I’m drawn to stories set in the …read »
Cornucopia
By Stitch on 28 October, 2008
Tony Bourdain signed my book. I must admit, he’s an acquired taste. I first heard of him, as did a lot of people, through his first press junkets promoting Kitchen Confidential, his memoir. Unfairly enough, all I remember from those shows and interviews is that he somehow made kitchens seem like dirty, dangerous places. “Don’t …read »
Interviews
By franco on 25 October, 2008
Chef Marivic Diaz-Lim Remember Tribeca? How about Ñ? If you remember these places, then you would very familiar with the creations of Chef Marivic Diaz-Lim, chef and owner of the ever-popular Apartment 1B. After taking a break to attend to more domestic affairs, Chef Diaz-Lim decided to return and open this restaurant that has become …read »
Cornucopia
By franco on 22 October, 2008
Some of My Kitchen Companions What was I thinking?! When it came to choosing this month’s topic, I thought that going beyond food on the plate would be an interesting idea. Foodies are spoiled for choice, not just at the dinner table but even with what to read, watch or even listen to. Books, magazines, …read »
Recipes
By franco on 18 October, 2008
Shrimp and Popcorn Salad “A popcorn what?!” My wife asked incredulously, probably wondering if all those headstands had finally damaged my brain. A’s reaction is not completely without reason. Honestly speaking, who would have thought that it was even possible to make a salad out of popcorn? I didn’t. But I was intrigued enough to …read »
Try This
By franco on 15 October, 2008
Eggs Benedict from Mamou Call it a hangover. You would think after a month of breakfasts and brunches, we would tire of it all. But apparently not. There are restaurants that you go to, have a delightful meal but have no desire to return to again. There are those restaurants you visit once and after …read »