This buckwheat vegetable salad was an accidental creation, as are many of my culinary efforts. I recently decided to reduce our intake of meats and dairy, incorporating additional vegetables into our meals, even planning some meatless dinners. So I bought an assortment of fresh vegetables at a farmer’s market, intending to use these ingredients in …
I admit I am an addict, a tomato addict. I love the sweet and tart taste of fully ripened tomatoes. Just bought my first batch of local tomatoes this summer! What a treat! I choose tomatoes by the intoxicating aroma at the stem, the fresher the tomato, the more intense the smell. I am intrigued by …
I am done with winter, which was more severe this year than for many years. And even with three side trips to warmer climates – Dubai, New Orleans and Cuba – the shock of returning to Chicago’s extreme cold and snow was hard to bear. Cabin fever and a winter diet of stews, soups, chilis …