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- After writing 35 cookbooks, performing as a professional cellist, recording 30 music CDs, and traveling the world to meet with chefs and enjoy their fine restaurants —it’s time to write about some of all this. My office is stuffed to the gills with cookbooks, cooking magazines, newspaper recipe clipping, stacks of music, art books, and travel articles. I resolve to start documenting my cooking successes and failures, and I'll write about music, art, artisan foods, travel, things that interest me everyday, and my observations on any number of odd topics. I hope to cause a few laughs and maybe inspire other cooks and food lovers, musicians, and travelers.
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Category Archives: Seasonal Recipes
Shrubs – A Colonial Drink Makes a Comeback
It’s hard to resist a drink with a name like shrub! Before the invention of refrigeration, shrub syrups were made to preserve ripe fruits for later enjoyment. In Colonial America, shrubs were popular for mixed drinks, and recently they’ve been … Continue reading
Spring is coming! Spring is coming!
OK so my family is a little overly eager, but last night we had a major feast to celebrate the coming new season, warmer weather—and all the abundant food and fun that come with spring. It was quite an impromptu … Continue reading
Posted in Dessert, Main Dishes, Spring, Summer
Tagged Chicken, grilled pineapple, Grilling, ice cream, Kebabs, Marinades, Pineapple
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Pumpkin Pie with Ginger Snap Cookie Crust
A silky smooth filling with a nice balance of spice in a flavorful, crunchy crust. Serve with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of homemade whipped cream flavored with a splash of bourbon if you like. Filling 2 large eggs … Continue reading
Chicken with Mustard Cream Sauce
Based on an old Paris bistro recipe, this comforting dish is an easy-to-make favorite. It can be prepared one day ahead; just rewarm over low heat before serving. Serve with fresh tagliatelle or other noodles and peas or a fresh … Continue reading
How to Roast Chestnuts
The quintessential food for fall and winter, roasted chestnuts can be enjoyed fresh from the oven or used to add texture and flavor to dishes such as Roasted Squash and Chestnut Bisque from Tasting the Wine Country. To roast chestnuts: … Continue reading
Recipe for Irish Coffee
With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, I thought a great recipe for Irish Coffee would be welcome. Although it’s not a traditional Irish drink, it’s well on the way to becoming one! Irish Coffee is served in most pubs … Continue reading
How to Make Zabaglione
Find the entire recipe plus other sensational Tuscan recipes in my first MusicCooks Travel volume, A Villa in Tuscany.
How to Make Catherine de Medici Salad
Find the entire recipe plus other sensational Tuscan recipes in my first MusicCooks Travel volume, A Villa in Tuscany.
How to Make a Bellini
Find the entire recipe plus other sensational Tuscan recipes in my first MusicCooks Travel volume, A Villa in Tuscany.
How to Make Panzanella
Find the entire recipe plus other sensational Tuscan recipes in my first MusicCooks Travel volume, A Villa in Tuscany.
Posted in Photo Guides, Salad, Spring, Summer, Techniques, Tuscan, Vegetarian
Tagged Cucumbers, Stale Bread, Tomatoes
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