Monthly Archives: July 2010
Rumtopf: cherries & peaches
Since first describing the beginning of the rumtopf last month I have found a temporary home for the crock in the cool, dark basement of some guardian angels who live nearby. I will leave it over there until sometime in … Continue reading
Finocchio = Fennel
Whether you call it fennel, finocchio or by its Latin genus name of foeniculum, it’s still a fragrant, edible bulb with the sweet flavor of anise. Growing up, we always called it finocchio in my house. My parents probably picked … Continue reading
Flat Ice Cream
It’s sizzling in New York City these days. 89°, 103°, 95°, it doesn’t seem to matter what the thermometer reads, it’s all just hot pavement and thick, stuffy air around here. I’ve been noticing a lot of fallen ice creams … Continue reading