An opaque purple shiny surface is the mark of a young fresh eggplant. They should be firm to the touch, not spongy or spotted. Eggplants come in a large variety of shapes and sizes, … [Read more...] about Fire Roasted Eggplant Salad
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Pastelicos de Carne’
I am planning and preparing for many upcoming summer parties. Summer entertaining calls for easy entertaining with a lot of it outdoors. I grill most of the food, make some appetizers in advance, like these pastelicos, and finish everything with fresh fruit desserts. I posted … [Read more...] about Pastelicos de Carne’
My Best Brisket
Brisket was a dish I became familiar with after I was married. My Sephardic mother never served this ultimate pot roast when I was growing up. I loved brisket the first time I tasted it. The juicy, melt in your mouth, savory-sweet meat is an easy dish to make for everything … [Read more...] about My Best Brisket
A Sephardic Rosh Hashanah
Sephardic Tradition for Rosh Hashanah My family has a unique culinary heritage, migrating from the Holy Land to Spain; my ancestors lived and flourished in the Golden Age for centuries. The Golden Age was a time of religious tolerance in Spain’s history from around 711 to … [Read more...] about A Sephardic Rosh Hashanah
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