High Tide

For some reason, merely saying the words French Cuisine elicits disparate reactions. My favorite French dishes have rustic rural roots rather than Parisian pompousness.

Sunday dinner is a simple and fun tradition you can begin with the New Year. Start with these easy recipes: Seven Layer Salad, Roast Pork with pan gravy, Scalloped Potatoes, and Berry Cobbler.

I didn’t invent the concept of brunch, but I have warmly embraced the idea throughout my career. While not containing the same pomp and fanfare, the home holiday brunch can still be a major sensory sensation.

Chowder may be my favorite type of fall soup. Rich and hearty, chowder can be enjoyed as a soup or a meal unto itself. What constitutes chowder is often debated.