Basil has definitely arrived at the party. Bunch upon fragrant bunch are cramming tables at the markets. Not surprisingly we mostly think green and the same familiar scent and flavor when basil comes to mind. But there are loads of heirloom varieties that are becoming much easier to track down. (and grow yourself!)… Continue reading Market Watch: Basil
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Garlic Scape and Herb Pancake
Move over scallions. I may have to cheat on you. My love affair with dim sum scallion pancakes is no secret. There are few times I can think of when they don’t appeal to me. (or make me start to go all Pavlovian as I even type the words.) Though green and doing very… Continue reading Garlic Scape and Herb Pancake
New Year’s Thai Sauce for Oysters
First, I would love to have mouthwatering photos of fresh, succulent oysters, glistening under the spell of my dipping sauce. But alas, the shucking big snow storm this week kept my delivery from getting from the Chelsea Market to me in middleofnowhereville, and my dinner guests from being my oyster sauce guinea pigs. So you’ll… Continue reading New Year’s Thai Sauce for Oysters