Archives: 2011 January

Ricotta-Smashed Potatoes

Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at 6:25 pm Duchess Food 1

I had an aha food moment last night. Sometimes those aha moments are utter failures, sometimes they work out beautifully. Last night's aha food moment was lovely and easy and elegant and I urge you try it!

Chili for a Friend

Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 2:48 pm Duchess Food, Love 3

A friend of ours was having a rotten couple of days. Of course, my first instinct was to feed her. So I did. It's been cold, wet, and generally miserable weather-wise in New York - it's the kind of weather that begs for woolen socks, cups of tea, and something hearty. Nothing is heartier, easier, or more economical than Chili.

Screening Party

Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at 7:04 pm Duchess Food 3

Sometimes you just want to get together with friends, watch some movies, and have a few drinks. You need food for these screenings. Food is essential. It always is of course, but whats the use of vegging out in front of the TV without sweet libations and sustenance? There is no use. So this was the menu: