Returning to the recently vacated Kushi-Ya space I was pleased to see a positive and distinct transformation. The layout remains but is now accented by darker woods and green upholstery. Opening at the start of October, the concept may have changed from Japanese to British, but the small plates have been retained. There is a […]
I’ve been a fan of Fletchers for a while but since my first visit to this restaurant in 2018 they have moved, along with the college itself, to a swanky new building near the train station. The premise is that students get real life experience in the kitchen, as well as in the dining room, […]
While cauliflower is a versatile vegetable, I always gravitate towards thick wedges basted in a delicious sauce, such as this chile-walnut cauliflower. The cool-weather vegetable turns into a tender bit, soaking up every bit of flavor. Chile Walnut Cauliflower I find it natural to pair cauliflower with walnuts as seasoning; they line up in the […]
While I’ll gladly cook with fire year-round, I adore feeling the warmth in the evenings as we slowly begin to welcome fall. Over the years, it’s become a time of much pizza making for me, and this squash pizza embodies a true fall delight. Kabocha Squash Pizza If you are unfamiliar with it, kabocha is […]
Even though salads are often associated with warmer weather, I find I crave them most when the weather dips and the greens are at their peak flavor. This buckwheat salad relies heavily on these fresh greens and a few other cooler-weather favorites, including watermelon radishes and a handful of fresh herbs. Buckwheat Salad I often […]