Grilling is one of the best parts of summer and when you live in the city, can be one of the most elusive. The first thing you need is outdoor space and the second thing you need is to live in a building that permits you to have a grill on the premises. The third and final thing you need are the skills to actually use said grill, which may not always come naturally. When the sudden urge strikes you…
The best things about the summer are simple. Sunshine, fresh produce from the farmers’ markets, relaxation. There’s no reason why your dessert needs to be complicated. Plus, there’s that whole, “wearing a bathing suit in public places” thing to think about. It’s easy to indulge in the winter when almost all manners of bodily imperfections can be hidden under baggy sweaters and thick winter coats. Things get complicated though when it’s the middle of July, you’re at a backyard cookout…
One of the most complicated choices in the food world is fresh seafood. While you’re going to find the same chicken breasts and ground beef at the market year round, you might notice that the selection at your seafood counter changes with the seasons. Plus, how do you know when your fish is sustainable and at its freshest?…
There is no excuse needed to whip up the most simple summer cocktail known to man on a warm summer day, but if you feel like you need one, we’ll be happy to provide a few: the day of the week ends with a y, it’s the weekend, it’s not the weekend, it’s almost the weekend, the weekend is over. See how easy that is?…