Category Archives: To Market
Shiny Fruit
The quality of the produce in Paris is fantastic, but these jewel-like fruits on display at Hediard just cannot be natural. Do they polish each berry? Do they have a food stylist come in and spray them with magic shiny … Continue reading
Filed under Superior Foods, To Market, Travel
Whale of a Good Idea
I’m a white plate kind of girl. But I love these mariner inspired plates. Wouldn’t the whale serving tray be great with grilled squid arranged on top? The smaller plates I would use for decoration on a wall. The plates … Continue reading
Filed under Art/Lit/Design, To Market
Superior Foods: Moscato Grapes
Next time you’re at the market, look for moscato grapes. They are tres special so don’t waste your time at Gristedes, but good grocery stores might have them (they’re a bit expensive). They are so insanely delicious, a treat unto … Continue reading
Filed under Eating, Superior Foods, To Market
The List: Birthday Cakes
It’s not my birthday, although I wish it was. Yesterday I cruised town looking for the perfect birthday cake for my honey. It took every last ounce of inner strength to not take home “test” slices. These are my options. … Continue reading
Filed under AFB: Where to Go, Entertaining, To Market
Fava Bean Dreamin’
Look here at these fava beans I saw at Dean and Deluca. Spring is really, truly here. I would take this basket of favas and sit down at this sun-dappled table outside a rambling Tuscan villa, shelling the beans and … Continue reading
Filed under Eating, Entertaining, Home Cook, Superior Foods, To Market
On the Table: Seared Scallop Salad
Here’s an idea for a super easy meal that can only get better depending on the quality of the ingredients you use. I was standing in the Union Square Greenmarket recently, completely unprepared and slightly overwhelmed as usual, and ended … Continue reading
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Butchers’n'Meat
What charmed me about Dickson’s Farmstand Meats in Chelsea Market was the presentation, each piece displayed like a little jewel. You could feel the pride they take in offering a beautiful product. It’s not often I see squab and goat … Continue reading
Filed under Art/Lit/Design, Eating, Superior Foods, To Market
