About Karen
My blogs
| Location | New York Metro, United States |
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| Introduction | My husband and I became quasi-"empty nesters" recently. Our son technically still lives with us, but he is gone more than he is here, spending his time in NYC working, rehearsing and meeting up with friends (he is an actor). Our eating habits have adapted accordingly. Many of the dishes I prepare are "just for two" but often I make enough to be reheated at midnight (for our son) or the day after without losing flavor. Most dishes hail from our combined Italian-French heritage and are rooted in family tradition. Others are my own, often the result of tweaking cooking class recipes (I've attended classes at the CIA and other cooking schools) and are on the "most requested" list from family and friends. They incorporate wholesome, fresh (often organic and/or local) ingredients, and have lots of flavor and aroma. For recipes, please email your request and we will gladly provide! In the meantime, a votre santé ... and ... saluté! |
| Favorite books | Tender at the Bone (Reichl), Like Water for Chocolate (Esquivel), The NY Times 60-Minute Gourmet (Franey), Baking with Julia (Child), Fresh Food My Way (Pepin), The Joy of Cooking (Rombauer, Becker & Becker), Barefoot Contessa at Home (Garten) |