Capt C. killed 2 bucks and 2 buffaloe, I also killed one buffaloe which proved to be the best meat, it was in tolerable order; we saved the best of the meat, and from the cow I killed we saved the necessary materials for making what our wrighthand cook Charbono calls the boudin blanc, and… Read More The White Pudding Breakfast
“The first time you buy a house you think how pretty it is and sign the check. The second time you look to see if the basement has termites. It’s the same with men.” – Lupe Vélez, actress Buenos Aires – I like celebrating people’s 100th birthdays or similar events for Casa SaltShaker dinners. They… Read More Mexican Spitfire
Sun, sea, wine and red meat every day. Scientists say a village in Sardinia holds the key to long life.” – Robert Hardman, UK Daily Mail Buenos Aires – While I’m gathering my thoughts and notes on Supreme Director Posadas, I thought I’d fill in the time with a little diversion…. A “giara” is a… Read More Welcome to The Plateau
“Amaranthus, collectively known as amaranth or pigweed, is a cosmopolitan genus of herbs. Approximately 60 species are presently recognized, with inflorescences and foliage ranging from purple and red to gold. Members of this genus share many characteristics and uses with members of the closely related genus Celosia. Although several species are often considered weeds, people… Read More One That Does Not Wither
It’s not quite breakfast, it’s not quite lunch, but it comes with a slice of canteloupe at the end.” – from The Simpsons Buenos Aires – I’ve always liked brunch. Except when I worked the brunch shift in a restaurant, which, thankfully, was only at one place, The Sazerac House. The problem with brunch is… Read More The 900 Club