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Fresh from Alaska
I’ve just returned from an annual class I do at the Talon Lodge in Alaska. This gorgeous place is located on a private island near Sitka and offers magnificent views of the stunning scenery. Guided fishing trips here are a … Continue reading
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About Foie Gras
On July 1, 2012 producing, selling and buying foie gras is going to be illegal in California. Foie gras, or “fat liver,” is a specially fattened and rich liver created by a process called gavage: overfeeding ducks with corn so … Continue reading
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All About Asparagus- Part 2
I have fond memories of wild asparagus growing up on my Grandparents ranch in Colorado. The ranch was at the base of Mt. Princeton, one of the Collegiate Peaks and also one of Colorado’s 53 “fourteeners” (mountains more than 14,000 … Continue reading
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A Dinner in the Orchard with Dry Creek Peach and Produce Company
One of my favorite events each year is a class and dinner that I do with Dry Creek Peach Company in the middle of their orchard in the beautiful Dry Creek Valley near Healdsburg, California. I do this in partnership … Continue reading
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RECIPES THAT PAIR WITH PINOT NOIR
I was recently invited to participate in Kosta Browne Winery’s annual retreat at the beautiful Mayacama Club nestled up in the hills of Sonoma County. Kosta Browne is a small Sonoma County winery with a big following for their acclaimed … Continue reading
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Duck is one of those birds that most Americans shy away from. If that describes you, then it’s time to give duck a try! They are widely available frozen in supermarkets, and much richer in flavor than a typical turkey. … Continue reading
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Gifts From Your Kitchen
Some of the best holiday gifts are those you make yourself. The investment of ingredients, time, and the effort you put into making something special can pay off dividends when showing someone you care. Here are some of my ideas … Continue reading
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Artisan Cheese Festival
One of the tastiest events takes place March 26-29 in Petaluma, California, just south of me, and is totally about immersing yourself in one of my favorite foods: CHEESE! This is the 4th iteration of this very popular festival and … Continue reading
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Collecting Wine: Tips from a Chef
A few more thoughts about collecting and cellaring wine: Wine is best kept in the dark. While incandescent or fluorescent lights seems to have no effect over the short term, long term exposure to light can affect the quality of … Continue reading
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