The Madernassa pear is a treasure of Piemonte, Italy, and one that was almost lost when modern farming methods were introduced to create a heartier version of the fruit.
After what seems like an eternity, Baker’s Edge brownie pans are at last back on the market in their new incarnation, which includes a non-stick coating both inside and out for easy cleaning. We’ve had so many requests the past few months, and unfortunately had to turn people away because there was not a pan [...]
Food Philosophy Videocast #3: Crab Rolls at Fisherman’s Wharf
Join me for my first taste of a San Francisco crab roll, complete with the luscious taste of sourdough, at Fisherman’s Wharf. If you’ve heard that a New York bagel cannot be replicated outside of the five boroughs (which is true, by the way), you’ll find [...]
Adam Curry was recently on Bloomberg to explain the phenomenon of podcasting, and what it means for the future of independent media. For those who might not understand exactly how it all works, and why it’s so different, this is a great primer. Enjoy!
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Chefs and lemons and shrimp, oh my! Chef Mark and I speak with Geoffrey Zakarian, chef/owner of restaurants TOWN and Country in New York City.
I read the news this morning that Boston Beer Co. has designed a special glass for Sam Adams Boston Lager. Long a fan of the tasty beverage, I’m intrigued by Jim Koch’s efforts to showcase it at its best. There were apparently hundreds of prototypes created and tested by sensory scientists (now there are some [...]
