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Persian Herb Frittata: Kuku Sabzi

The Persian New Year, called Norooz, occurs at the spring equinox, which falls on March 20 this year. Norooz is an ancient Zoroastrian holiday celebrated…

March 11, 2010March 28, 2012
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Gifts From The Holy Land

[Mordecai instructed them] to observe them as days of feasting and gladness, and sending delicacies to one another, and gifts to the poor. – Esther…

March 7, 2010March 28, 2012
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A Vegetable Garden at New York’s City Hall

On the website of the People’s Garden NYC, New York’s stately City Hall building is depicted with a brightly colored vegetable garden in front of…

March 4, 2010March 28, 2012
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Of Pastries and Pretty Girls: Williamsburg’s Blue Stove

I’ve lived in a charming, low-key ethnic neighborhood near the Graham Avenue L train station in Williamsburg, Brooklyn for almost 14 years, so I remember…

February 25, 2010March 28, 2012
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Simple, Smokey Beet Cakes

As much as we might like to fast forward to spring and the warm-weather produce that comes with it, let’s face it: in most of…

February 18, 2010March 28, 2012
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Roasted Pear Purée

This recipe came out of my public dinner at the Natural Gourmet Institute a couple of weeks ago. For the occasion, I proposed a 3-course…

February 11, 2010March 28, 2012
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Wine/Food Pairing at Appellation in Chelsea

I’m excited for tonight’s event. From 5:30-8:30, I get to hang out at Appellation Wine and Spirits in Chelsea with my friend Scott Pactor. I’ve…

February 4, 2010March 28, 2012
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Friday Night Dinner at the Natural Gourmet

Last week, I returned to my old cooking school—The Natural Gourmet in Manhattan—as the “guest chef” at one of their legendary Friday Night Dinners, where…

February 3, 2010March 28, 2012
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New Cooking Videos, Courtesy George Spyros of Big City Pix!

Once in a while, a friend comes through for you in a big way.
My friend George Spyros is a case in point. Back when it…

January 28, 2010March 28, 2012
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Tasty Day in Philly

I spent the day in Philadelphia yesterday, mostly inside the Reading Terminal Market, the old train depot turned food hall that has been a destination…

January 22, 2010March 28, 2012
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Focaccia Pesto Sandwich

In these satisfying sandwiches, herbed focaccia is filled with fresh pesto and colorful heirloom tomatoes, and seasoned simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Recipe…

January 22, 2010March 28, 2012
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Curried Chickpeas and Corn Wrap

These wraps are a mixture of curried chickpeas and corn, paired with hummus, and topped off with crisp shredded lettuce and pickled red onions. Recipe…

January 22, 2010March 28, 2012

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Hi, I’m Louisa. I make healthy, produce-driven food that’s inspired by the Silk Road and the farmer’s market. Learn more.

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