I have a secret. I often hide it from people. You know how judgmental the world can be. Little by little, I started mentioning it to my closest friends—who also share my secret. I’m ready to own i...Read More
There are two kinds of Louisiana Gumbo. There is one with chicken and sausage and there is one with seafood. According to traditionalists, never the twain shall meet. Unless, of course, you’re a ric...Read More
When I’m in an adventurous mood, and an adventure like climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is not in the immediate stars, I wander around the supermarket looking for the most abundant vegetables. In my years...Read More
Before you say anything, I want you to know that I tried. I really tried. I love pasta and bean soup, pasta e fagioli, macaroni and bean, whatever you care to call it. Who knew it would be so hard to ...Read More
Some things should never go out of style. Yes, the New York restaurant scene has seen the humble to the truffled deviled egg come and go over the last few years. One is hard put to find a $7 deviled e...Read More
It’s hangover time and I’m not just talking alcohol. The bills are trickling in. One by one the forgotten splurges of the season are making their appearance and putting a dent in your wall...Read More
Enjoy this Boxing Day–the day where you share the gifts of the season with everyone you meet. We’ll be back next year (aka, next week!) with your favorite Talk Real Now updates. Until then...Read More
I know. You don’t have to say it. I’ll say it for you. All of my baked goods look unappetizing. That’s why I don’t usually post baking recipes. But this time I’m doing you a favor. I love ch...Read More
As I’ve said before, I like cauliflower as much as the next guy. I don’t wander down supermarket aisles and exclaim ‘Yes!! Cauliflower, tonight! An inspired choice.’ Let’s face it, cauliflow...Read More