Friday Cocktails: The Velvet Gentleman
EnlargeCredit: Farideh Sadeghin Every so often I get together with old friends from culinary school for dinner out. We use the opportunity to catch up, try a new spot, and maybe visit a former...
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EnlargeCredit: Farideh Sadeghin MAKES ONE COCKTAIL Ingredients 3 oz. Cardenal Mendoza brandy 1½ oz. Cocchi Americano Rosa½ oz. mezcal 2 dashes grapefruit bitters Orange twist, for garnish...
View ArticleSweet Potato Casserole
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Nothing compares to a fresh, hot biscuit, roll, or slice of bread slathered with butter.
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View ArticleWhere We're Most Excited to Travel in 2015
EnlargeCredit: James Roper I have a trip planned for India at the beginning of the year. I'm particularly looking forward to camping in the desert, drinking plenty of tea, and, well, eating. —Oliver...
View ArticleChicken Schnitzel Sandwich with Horseradish Cream and Radicchio
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Cook like a chef with new cast-iron. The one has a quick-cooling spring handle, even heat distribution, and multiple pouring points.
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