Category Archives: Almost-Vegan

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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Sometimes we need a little salmon…

Posted on September 7, 2014 by dgourmac

Being vegan is marvelous — healthy and delicious.  But sometimes we just need a little salmon, especially if it is wild Copper River Sockeye Salmon.  I went to the Quarterdeck seafood market the other day and came home with less … Continue reading →

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Labor Day Feast with Friends

Posted on September 6, 2014 by dgourmac

A long weekend is always an invitation for us to cook.  This time Barbara was particularly inspired by the Oct/Nov 2014 issue of Fine Cooking, a magazine we had discontinued some time back but to which we recently re-subscribed.  So … Continue reading →

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Last two meals in August: Pasta with Vegetables, and Potato, Red Onion and Pecorino Pizza

Posted on September 6, 2014 by dgourmac

With Farmers Markets on both Saturday and Sunday, the end of August was an opportunity to indulge in our favorite adventures — a meal replete with pasta and great vegetables one day, and Sarah and the family the next day … Continue reading →

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Quick Visit to NYC

Posted on September 6, 2014 by dgourmac

At the end of the month I drove down to The City (NY) for a 24-hour visit for food, wine, and friends.  I had not seen Jan for nearly five months, and this would be my last chance until year end … Continue reading →

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Late July: Wine Cellar Reorganization, More Good Food and Wine

Posted on August 17, 2014 by dgourmac

One of the big events this summer was the reorganization of my wine cellar.  The prime mover on this was my friend David, who was aghast back in May when he looked at the over-crowding and lack of any semblance … Continue reading →

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More Santorini Food and Wine (Part 2)

Posted on June 12, 2014 by dgourmac

If this is your first visit to my blog, you may wish to look at the previous post, since this one is a continuation of my food and wine explorations of Santorini.   Grilled One of the simpler meals I had … Continue reading →

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Santorini Food and Wine

Posted on June 12, 2014 by dgourmac

My first meal on Santorini was at Taverna Katina on the day I arrived.  Nicoletta had recommended the Melanzane Salata (Eggplant Salad), so I chose that and an Arugula Salad with some bread for a light lunch.  I also ordered … Continue reading →

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Santorini Sunshine

Posted on June 11, 2014 by dgourmac

Why Santorini? Ever since I saw the first photos of the white cliff homes posed dramatically in brilliant sunshine against the rich blues of the roof paint and the Aegean Sea, I was always attracted to this island.  Then I … Continue reading →

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Italian and Red for Dinner

Posted on May 24, 2014 by dgourmac

Tonight’s supper consisted of two simple Italian dishes, featuring the color red, including the accompanying wine. The first course was designed to use up the remaining Viola organic Italian chickpeas I had prepared for another meal several days earlier — … Continue reading →

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