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New mom and dad and famous foodies, Brooke Parkhurst and James Briscione, bring us great grilling recipes and wine to go with.
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The time and the drink never changed. At five thirty on the nose, my grandfather would ask my grandmother for a toddy. Vodka on the rocks with a twist of lemon. She’d have the same, though she might omit the lemon. She might even scoot over to his side of the swing after a few sips.
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If the delightful flavor wasn't enough to enjoy a nice dinner with Swordfish, take on the fact that in 7 ounces there are 53 grams of protein.
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For thousands of years people in tropical climates have been working up a sweat to cool down. Punching up your diet with chiles and spices will keep your brow wet and your body cool.
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I love having fresh flowers in my home and during summer I can cut flowers from my garden. Below are 3 simple, pretty floral designs that do not require a lot of money (if any).
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At the Stallings residence, my mother reigns queen of the kitchen. Relocate to my grandmother's kitchen, and you'll see a similar state of affairs. These women with their spatula scepters are happy curled up at night with a cookbook in hand, look for reasons to throw together a certain dish ("Oh, it's the cat's birthday. I think I'll make a pound cake."), and I don't think a summer Saturday has tolled when a farmers market visit wasn't involved.
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Our weekend morning ritual requires making our own healthy version of a devilish French creation, the crepe. Crepes are fun, delicious, and the fillings can be an activity for the family.
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Oysters are not only delicious, but they're also one of the most nutritionally well balanced foods. For a true food experience with friends enjoy Apalachicola oysters 2 ways or simply squeeze fresh lemon and enjoy raw.
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Our 5 month-old daughter, Parker, has a round belly, full cheeks, almond-shaped eyes and a mouth that’s perpetually fashioned into a little “O.” She’s the perfect pumpkin. Our cute pumpkin-- and the gorgeous gourds at the Union Square Greenmarket--gave us a hankering for our favorite fall flavors: butternut squash, apples, carrots, roasted onions, fennel and coriander.
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Families tend to behave like packs of wild animals over the holiday season--they herd and they hoard. Uncles and aunts and long-lost cousins move in packs, descending upon houses from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day expecting full, hot meals.
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Not too long ago, flower magazine's editor Margot Shaw hosted a bridesmaids’ luncheon. A frothy, mostly white design was perfectly suited to this bridal event. And we all would agree that flowers make any event better.
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We think this calls for an all-out fiesta. Ditch the been-there, done-that "pizza, crudités and Bud" menu for healthy, yummy and easy to prepare Mexican fare.
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From the de-bearding of the mussels to the measuring of the saffron to the stirring of the rice, it was the perfect meal for creating a memorable evening with friends.
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The eagerly anticipated 82nd Academy Awards are almost one week away. While you may typically watch the Academy Awards in envy and awe of the red carpet glamour, and wonder what the stars are …
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When it comes to August berries, the two of us act like kids. We stuff ourselves with the end-of-summer fruit like 5 year-olds grabbing the last pieces of birthday cake before being dragged out of the party.
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A cheerful holiday table is as uplifting as seeing those shiny packages under the tree. When you sit down with family around your table it is important to have a table that not only the adults enjoy but the children too. With this thought I was inspired and looked for the box of ornaments from my childhood. In it I found little Santas, an angel, toy soldiers, and more whimsical wooden ornaments than expected. I picked out a few that were red in color.
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I can't seem to get "jazzed" about Christmas until about a week before the 25th. For me, the Christmas Spirit struck last night over a post-cantata Grey Goose martini.
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For a fun celebration with friends throw a French themed party. Encourage people to bring French wine, serve French 75 martinis, cheese, and suggest wearing berets.
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Forget the store-bought chocolate bunnies. Brooke thinks you can even put away the Peeps. This Sunday, stock your family and your friends’ Easter baskets with the ooey gooey goodness of homemade …
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After a winter of slush and sleet, it’s time for some green! And our favorite early spring vegetable, asparagus, seems to be popping up at every farmer’s market and grocery store from Manhattan to …
