The New Amsterdam Market had its one and only date this year on Sunday. There were about 70 artisanal food businesses and the vibe was fun and friendly. It’s such a great idea and it supports local entrepreneurs but it may not survive. See what Mark Bittman had to say about in the New York Times. […]
Last month my husband and I took a long awaited trip to Memphis and Nashville. I swear the TV show had nothing to do with it. I really have always wanted to go. One of the highlights was our dinner at The Catbird Seat. This restaurant has been appearing on “best of” lists all over […]
The March issue of Foods Arts is out and includes the Spring Summer Menu Preview. 5 Restaurants are featured with the chefs presenting some new dishes for the upcoming season. I had the pleasure of photographing Chef Justin Hilbert and two of his new dishes at Gwynnett St. in Williamsburg Brooklyn, Esquire Magazine’s best new […]
Everyone loves the Whoopie Pies at One Girl Cookies, so I was surprised to see a Whoopie making class offered at the shop on a warm September evening. The secret it turns out, is all about the piping. Once you master the pastry bag you can make as many Whoopie Pies as your heart desires. […]
Cake Camp is a three evening workshop in cake making and decorating for young bakers at One Girl Cookies, my favorite local bakery. I had a chance to stop in this year and see what all the fuss is about. The kids have a blast. They learn about all the steps in making a gorgeous […]
