• Creamy Chia Pudding with Blueberries

    I polished off the container as I reached the front of the security line at JFK. I usually opt for candlelight, even with breakfast, and more space between bites and courses, but this was an exception. I couldn’t let the viscous gold go to waste, and had a creeping feeling it wouldn’t make it through […]

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  • Sticky Sweet [Cashew Caramel Fudge]

    I recently got a panicked email from a friend who had derailed from her seven day New Year’s juice cleanse. On day four, she caved and ate an entire huge bar of chocolate at her desk – then a brownie – during that 3pm energy slump (you know what I’m talking about). She felt like […]

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  • Braising: A Meditation

    The first time I tasted braised short ribs was at the restaurant I worked at in college. I was completely floored by their tender, incredibly rich texture and addictive flavor. Alongside porcini mushroom mashed potatoes, they were like stepping into heaven. I dreamed about them frequently as I moved around the dining room – and […]

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