Author Archives: dgourmac

Gnocchetti

Posted on December 26, 2014 by dgourmac

One of my unique food finds in NY was a package of Gnocchetti Sardi, a pasta from Sardinia.  I found it at BuonItalia and purchased the one which included the spinach and tomato pasta doughs. I made up my own … Continue reading →

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NYC December 2014: Food, Wine, Friends, and Sport Jackets

Posted on December 26, 2014 by dgourmac

Last week, as soon as classes were over and grading completed, I made one of my semi-annual New York visits.  I rented an apartment on Airbnb for three nights, connected with a few good friends, explored for food and wine, … Continue reading →

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Methi Dal

Posted on December 25, 2014 by dgourmac

From Spain we move to India.  We have an Indian market in a nearby town, and they recently have upgraded the store —  cleaner design, better produce, nice selection.  One afternoon I stopped in to browse and was pleased to … Continue reading →

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Catching Up with Blogging…

Posted on December 25, 2014 by dgourmac

There are times when my day job inhibits my blogging, since I have fewer occasions to cook and even less time to photograph, organize and write.  That’s my excuse for being offline over the past month. I’ll begin with a … Continue reading →

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I am back again, this time with sour beer…

Posted on November 16, 2014 by dgourmac

Sorry to be offline for so long.  Been busy with teaching, then a 12-day trip to Spain & Portugal, which I will write about later.  Today’s post is about Sunday lunch, and a new libation which Aaron introduced to me: … Continue reading →

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Classic Mediterranean Supper….with New England Ingredients

Posted on October 1, 2014 by dgourmac

I came home from teaching today, weary from 2 1/4 hours of driving (construction and road repairs, plus several accidents), a long class, high pollen counts, and dreary weather.  Barbara had a Quilt Guild meeting tonight, so I was on … Continue reading →

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Quick Trip to the Island and New Creations at Home

Posted on September 25, 2014 by dgourmac

It has been a good week.  Last Friday I made an overnight trip to the island, to check in some guests at our summer home.  It was a great excuse to visit my friend, Steve.  That night he and I … Continue reading →

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Calabria, via Vino, Olio e Pepperoncino

Posted on September 17, 2014 by dgourmac

Some weekday pasta dishes are like old Italian houses.  The main ingredients only need a few repairs, more stucco, and a fresh coat of paint to be charming.  Such was supper tonight.  I was a t school most of the day, and … Continue reading →

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Farmers Market Bounty

Posted on September 17, 2014 by dgourmac

The farmers market on Sunday is even better than the one on Saturday.  I bought vegetables that looked good to me, brought them home, then figured out what to make after that.  One meal was a simple pan-roasted corn risotto … Continue reading →

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Vegetarian Lunch, Farinata for Dinner

Posted on September 12, 2014 by dgourmac

I get my food inspirations from many places, chief among them are my cookbooks and food blogs on the Internet.  The past couple of days represent a case in point. Barbara is the arbiter of shelf and table space in … Continue reading →

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