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From Boston to Philly, Stromboli is a pizzeria classic. Decidedly Italian-American, the most popular tale of origin starts with Nazzareno "Nat" Romano at his restaurant in Essington, just outside Philadelphia. Sometime in 1950, fooling around with the idea of Italy’s “stuffed” pizzas, Nat’s experiments yielded a calzone-like dish filled with cold cuts, cheese, and peppers... Continue Reading →
Inspired by New Year's Day, but equally appropriate at any celebratory brunch, there’s nothing like bubbles and eggs. Goldenrods are the type of charming dish where simple, inexpensive ingredients are transformed by a healthy dose of Southern ingenuity. Whipped up in short time, often without warning, by mothers and grandmothers alike for hungry crowds, it... Continue Reading →
Family members rush from overpacked cars colorfully-wrapped gifts in hand, trying to avoid the frigid night air. Inside, huddled around the fireplace or wood-burning stoves, groups form to exchange gossip and playfully tease loved ones. The RĂ©veillon, or Christmas Eve celebration is a high point on the French-Canadian calendar. Whether held before or after midnight... Continue Reading →
It’s been far too long since I’ve stumbled upon a majestic cheese ball on a holiday buffet or been offered a dangerously delicious glass of punch. Famously make-ahead, these classic recipes were developed to free up a host's hands and encourage communal noshing. Sharing family gossip, bonds are strengthened while buttering a crumbly cracker or... Continue Reading →
I have a shocking confession which the snobbish world of foodies would never forgive. I kinda like the Olive Garden. It's the guilty-est of guilty pleasures. Not 'go there once a week' like, but maybe twice a year. For someone my age who is not a professional chef or food writer, I have some pretty amazing... Continue Reading →
On a crisp autumn day in 1810, on a field just outside city gates of Munich, a festival was held to celebrate the nuptials of the Crown Prince. Over two centuries later, world-famous “Oktoberfest” continues to grow. For 16 to 18 days (depending on the Calendar) at the end of September through the first week... Continue Reading →
Though CancĂşn and Cozumel might immediately come to mind when thinking of the Yucatán Peninsula, the real charm lies in the smaller towns dotting the ocean with their brightly-colored houses and shops lining cobblestoned streets, active since the conquistadors. In this vibrant but laid back region, there is a strong beachy vibe evident even in... Continue Reading →
The joys of summer are best served…uncomplicated. Simple flavor profiles and almost impossibly easy preparations rule the dog days. Borrowing from the classic Italian combination of ripe, juicy melon and savory cured ham, these recipes will have you by the pool or in the gadern with friends in under twenty minutes. Midori, an almost retro,... Continue Reading →
These are the exciting, early days! You will no doubt notice as more and more articles are added to this delicious space every Wednesday afternoon that common themes will naturally emerge. As they pull towards each other, sections will form into solid categories, even chapters. So today, let me introduce to you one of my... Continue Reading →
DISH...with Sean Brady 