Farmers’ markets

A bowl of creamy green soup garnished with fresh green herbs.

Spring Green Soup Starring Cauliflower and Peas

This lovely green-hued soup says "Welcome, Spring!" yet it still delivers the hearty warmth of...
Seared tuna crostini with arugula and tomatoes

Seared Tuna Crostini with Summer Herbs and Tomatoes

The snow and cold just keep on coming here in Boston, which means it’s time...
Green avocado herb dip with lemon wedges

Green Goddess (The Dressing, Not Me)

Dreaming of a summer day? Let your inner goddess out to play! Creamy avocado and...
Single ceramic spoon holding tuna tartare garnish

Red Wine Poached Pears with Goat Cheese Cream & Candied Pistachios | What I Made on The Taste

When the "Happy Holidays" challenge was announced on The Taste, I immediately thought: Lobster! Duck! Roast...
Radish and scallion salad with sesame seeds

Simple Radish Salad with Southeast Asian Flavors

Radishes. I love them, root to leaf, and it is one of the vegetables I...
Fresh mixed green salad with apples and red onions.

Getting Retro with Waldorf Salad: A Modern Take on the Classic

Some of my readers may not be familiar with this dish, which is decidedly old-school....
Roasted Brussels sprouts and kale salad with cheese

A Kale Tale: How I Fell in Love with the Headless Crucifer

Have you ever eaten kale, the headless crucifer? If you haven’t (or if you have...
Cucumber basil cooler with ice and garnish

Cucumber Basil Sparkler: The Sweet Taste of Summer

The calendar may read "autumn," but the hot weather in Boston definitely says "summer." Not to...
National Geographic Foods for Health book cover

From Farm to Fork, Why What You Eat Matters: Foods for Health Now On Sale!

I am excited to announce that my first book is now on sale here and...
Heirloom tomato crostini with ricotta and basil

Heirloom Tomato, Mozzarella, and Pesto Sandwich: Summer on a Plate

Okay, fine. Yes, I did also refer to my caprese salad with peaches as "summer...