As winter approaches and the items at the farmer's market shrink, there are few things that I look forward to like pomegranates. I just love, love, love those little juice popping morsels. True, to release them from the confines of their skin one must never wear white nor fear stained hands. I really feel the work is worth it. And besides, when was the last time your … [Read more...]
Kumamoto Oysters, Manila Clams: Sunday Dinner
When I am in town, and I haven't been too often the last two months, a Sunday tradition is a trip to the Hollywood Farmers' Market. And tis the season for the makings of my absolute favorite Sunday dinner--a dozen oysters followed by clams in a lemony herb bath. In order to accomplish this I make my rounds to my favorite stands, ABC Rhubarb for herbs and Oyster Boys for … [Read more...]
Fresh Fig Tart with Mascarpone and Creme Fraiche
Nothing makes my heart sing like the sight of fresh figs: At the Farmers' Market, in Trader Joe's, on other peoples' blog postings, in my own garden. I just love those fruity teardrops of crunchy sweetness. … [Read more...]
Cardoon: Artichokes’ Distant Cousin
At the Hollywood Farmers' Market I've happened upon one of the more unusual items that I've ever seen at the Flora Bella stand. CARDOON. … [Read more...]
Pickled Baby Carrots
One of my springtime traditions is to go to the Hollywood Farmers' Market and buy the first crop of baby carrots in assorted colors and pickle them. This is an easy ritual to maintain because the process is easy and quick. What's better is that the result is as beautiful as it is delicious. … [Read more...]
