Mole and the Mediterranean: Some Reflections

Thanks to all who have brought mole poblano and the medieval Mediterranean up again and for the clarifying comments. Here are my thoughts on what I take to be Tim’s…

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Debate on Food Politicis in the LA Times

There’s an interesting debate on food politics in the LA Times this week.  On the one side you have Paul Roberts, who would have us spend more time in our…

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The Cuisine of Chihuahua

OK, so just forget for a moment that everyone tells you that to get Mexican cuisine you need to go to Oaxaca. Here is a terrific program on the cuisine…

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