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 But what makes seasonal fruit so scrumptious is that it is part of a rhythm, a rhythm that allows you access to it only once a year. And, let’s face it, it’s the 11 months of not having fresh strawberries that make fresh strawberries so inviting.” – Bob Welch, Lazy days full of anticipation, June [...]

 Behold Laos – a vivid world awash with monks in saffron robes, violet sunsets, & golden Buddhas.” A year ago, even six months ago, had it been Independence Day in Laos I’d have had out cookbooks and been delving into internet research to come up with traditional Lao recipes that I could prepare. And the [...]

 I have strong doubts that the first Thanksgiving even remotely resembled the “history” I was told in second grade. But considering that (when it comes to holidays) mainstream America’s traditions tend to be over-eating, shopping, or getting drunk, I suppose it’s a miracle that the concept of giving thanks even surfaces at all.” – Ellen [...]

 There are no loose ends. There is a systematic proposal to expand Peruvian cuisine, and I am willing to bet that in 10 years, we will have created a market that rivals Mexican food.” – Ernesto Cabellos, Director, Cooking Up Dreams Another private dinner this week and a bit of spice was on order…. Shellfish [...]