Bread of hope for Syrians
Back in 2010, I shared an image of bread along the streets of Syria and the value of this daily sustenance. It’s certain that the scene has changed since I broke bread in Syria, and people throughout the country are experiencing loss beyond belief. If you’re able to gather these modest ingredients and fire up an oven, […]
To your heart . . .
Here’s a quiz for your heart health: is your heart health important . . . or urgent? Hopefully, you’re living it well, but if not, you can start something today. Love your oatmeal. It may be certain that heart disease takes many lives, but heartbreak leads to another deep loss. Love others, love your heart, […]
Another year of keepin’ it alive and real
It seems as if there’s a constant parade through The Cookery, which keeps the place lively, but the parade to top all was the march of these little penguins. Under the direction of our sweet cousin, Kathie, the kids made these edible marchers (with inspiration from allrecipes.com) out of olives, cream cheese, carrots, and peppers. […]
New Year Gumbo from My New Orleans
New Year Gumbo If you’re looking for real cooking from a solid chef, you’ll appreciate the recipes in My New Orleans from Chef John Besh. The colossal cook book landed on our new doorstep in October and flashed a familiar return address – our former residence in Austin that we left behind in 2011. The […]
93-year-old grandma cooks up happy holiday gram
We won’t mention any names, lest we spoil the surprise of those who may find one of these recipe grams in their Christmas stockings this year. The Cookery likes this gift idea created by a 93-year-old grandmother who boasts dozens of grandchildren and great-grands. She’s sure to bring out the spirit of giving with this personal gift. […]
Ridiculously rich recipe
Jane Manaster shares a little festive fudge with us at The Cookery. Here’s a word from Jane . . . In England ‘fudge’ doesn’t imply chocolate. Here’s a ridiculously rich recipe known variously as ‘Grandma’s Fudge’ and Auntie Lily’s Fudge – they were sisters! 1/2 lb. butter (not margarine) 2 lbs. (4 C) white sugar […]
Never let gifts of food be returned to sender
Have you moved during the past year? Friends and family may be trying to send greetings in the way of festive food packages. I encourage you to update your address for their benefit and yours. We’re a little remiss in updating ours, but we’re rejoicing this week as our favorite gift of food found us. […]
Get fresh around the table
If you can’t walk the woods and gather fresh pine cones to get fresh around the table, freshen it up with cranberries. Add berries to candle holders, glass compotes, or your favorite crystal stemware. Get really fresh and embellish with a spray of evergreen, oranges and cloves.
Packin’ up the chuck box
Welcome to The Cookery, a space to digest life, explore food and keep it real, to read, and to write. I’m writing from another new kitchen, and our family has made the way from Texas to New York. After packing up May 31, we bounced around the country and lived out of suitcases for four […]
MyTown Marketplace opens in Highland Falls
Hudson Valley residents in and around the village of Highland Falls don’t have a wealth of shopping options when it comes to food, but someone’s getting the party started. Here’s to what MyTown Marketplace is: Now Open. Fresh. Food. Daily.