Ruth Reichl has a way of writing about food that moves, inspires, and makes you feel like you are eating right there with her, side by side. We had the pleasure of hearing her speak Friday night at the Herbst Theater. What a treat! In person, she is every bit as down [...]

I love Giada. I love her simple yet sophisticated take on Italian food – authentic flavors, beautiful presentations, and dishes/ingredients described in wonderfully poetic terms (unlike some other personalities I can think of that drop those shudder-inducing “yum-o’s!” all over the place). Shudder.

Ok, back to my happy place. So, Giada, my love, [...]