The saying “Tastes like Sunshine” has to be one of the most clichéd terms in the food writing and TV world and its pretty damn stupid. […]
Author: Elie
Alinea: PORK, Grapefruit, Sage, Honey
This Alinea dish combines some classic combinations in a more or less classic presentation. It’s basically a pork with polenta dish with a few twists…and […]
Meyer Lemon Bees
All I can think of when I see the Meyer lemon tree in my backyard buzzing with bees is “Man, do I wish I can […]
Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Lemon and Eggs
One of the most lovely looking dishes I made from a Paula Wolfert recipe. This amazing stew was the first time I use an actual clay […]
Moose Spanish Meatballs and Vegetable Paella
A good friend of mine (same one who was generous with the pheasants), was nice enough to also give me a 2 lb. piece […]
Noma: Vegetable Garden
This was a first attempt to cook a recipe from Noma as closely as possible to how it’s written in the book. I made a sort-of […]
Banana Rum and Agar Clarification
I enjoy playing with my food a lot, so why not spend some time playing around with drinks. It’s really a pleasure to come home […]
Lebanese Baklawa
All of the Baklawa (or Baklava) versions are made with filo, a nut filling and a sweet syrup. However, what makes Lebanese Baklawa different than Greek […]
Pheasant Terrine
Making terrines is such a satisfying process. I love every aspect of it. I start by selecting the meat, in this case it’s the meat from […]
Panna Cotta, Pineapple, Pistachio
It all started with the honey-yogurt panna cotta. I wanted something light and creamy and had a lot of yogurt on hand so the idea to […]