There are some dishes that I want to experiment with but just cannot make in a larger format for my group gatherings. Things that involve more technique, or greater attention to details when it comes to plating, are just harder to execute for bigger crowds and so I was delighted when my friend Eric, who…
Category: Fish
Oysters Two Ways, Spicy Tuna on Sticky Rice, Pork Tenderloin with Fingerling Potatoes & Chanterelles
I wanted to make something a little extra special for my first Sunday lunch of the year and set my heart on wanting to work with oysters for the first time ever. Funnily enough, I didn’t really start eating oysters until I moved to New York. In France, they are a special treat usually reserved…
Saumon à l’Oseille, Seared Scallops with Avocado Mousse, Roasted Garlic Cherry Tomatoes Crostini
When my parents stayed with me for a couple of weeks, we watched the new Chef’s Table season on Netflix, which happened to be focusing on French chefs. Handy since I didn’t have to worry about them not understanding English! If you haven’t watched the program yet, I highly recommend it – it is literally…
Convalescent Foodie
A silly accident and a resulting broken foot have had me confined to the walls of my apartment for the past 10 days and I still have 10 more days to go until I am off crutches (who knew those are so hellish and painful to get around in!) and finally allowed to walk (albeit…
Almond Crusted Halibut with Basil Butter & Parmesan Risotto, Red Snapper Ceviche and Spiced Lamb Meatballs
It had been a little while since I hosted my last Sunday lunch. With New York being in full summer swing, the gorgeous weather outside has been less conducive to staying indoors and slaving over hot stoves! But if course it wasn’t long until I wanted to have some friends over and started to think…
Gourmet Sundays 