Cezanne Centenary
2006 marked the centenary of the death of Paul Cezanne (1839-1906). Festivities included Cezanne in Provence, an international exhibition of 117 of his greatest oil paintings and watercolors.
The Perfect Loaf: Irish soda bread
In search of the perfect morning loaf of my ancestral Irish soda bread.
Verjus: Green Juice
The green juice of immature grapes is a refreshing alternative to vinegar or lemon juice.
Cranberries: America’s Bouncing Berry
Loved by the Indians and Pilgrims alike, cranberries are a favored ingredient for the holidays.
A Visit to Little Iraq
A visit to the Iraqi polling place in New Carrollton, Maryland, on two days, Friday afternoon, January 28, and Saturday morning, January 29, 2005.
The World According to Crème Brûlée
The subtleties of this popular dessert can tell you a lot about the kitchen it came from.