Cornelian cherries (aka Cornus mas) are an under-appreciated fruit, at least in the U.S. In Eastern Europe and the Middle…
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Recipes
Naughty & Nice: a Festive Winter Holiday Punch
Frank Cisneros of The Gin Palace in NYC created The Poinsettia Punch as a holiday beverage that gets its festive color…
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Chanterelle Ice Cream
Last weekend I attended the New Mexico Mycological Society’s annual foray in Taos, NM. We’ve had a generous monsoon season…
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Berry-Brie Puff Pastry: Recipe
On a recent Plantrama podcast, my co-host C.L. Fornari and I were discussing our favorite raspberry recipes and I realized…
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Nanking Cherry Sorbet: Recipe
I was thrilled to find Nanking cherries (Prunus tomentosa) in one of my neighborhood alleys last week. It wasn’t a…
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Crème de Lilac, a Silky, Smooth Lilac Liqueur
Crème de violette is a classic cocktail ingredient with a floral perfume and a deep purple hue. It’s a lovely…
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