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This is not something I say lightly, or often, but I must declare, this grass fed brisket dish may be the best thing I have ever made!  It took some time; I started it last night, let it cool overnight, and cooked it again tonight.  Believe me when I say it is worth every second […]

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Though I never heard the term hotdish before 1996 when I saw the movie Manny & Lo, I had certainly had my share of casseroles that would qualify.  I prefer the term hotdish as it sounds much more rustic and plain than casserole which is what we called these things at my(parents’) house.  We didn’t […]

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I like to think I am very good at choosing words in general, but when it comes to specific things, like choosing a word for a year, or a life, well then I get a bit stuck.  I loved the book Eat, Pray, Love, almost more than I care to admit, but that’s another story… […]

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  I am truly excited to have been accepted into the Cook Masters program here in Philadelphia!  Starting January 13th and over the next five weeks, and for seven classes I will be immersed in culinary education with some of the best chefs in this amazing food city. The program accepts ten people and this […]

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please click here:  Happy New Year! Here is what I know about 2014: Things will change Except some things which will remain the same I will get older I will tire of each season before it ends, and get very excited with the start of each new one I will keep writing and cooking I […]

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