I had a query this week that I am throwing open to everyone: how, if at all, are ginger and turmeric used in Latin America? And were they part of…
Read moreA Brace of Pheasant: Farmhouse Christmas Dinner in England in the 1950s
All morning the smell of pheasant roasting had me hovering in the kitchen. Now I was ready. On my plate was a perfect slice of white breastmeat (with a couple…
Read moreThe Dog: The Cook’s Little Helper
Perusing the Sunday paper, I came across a list of gifts for pet owners. I was mildly surprised by the pedometer that measured how many steps your dog had taken…
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