Food Writing

13 Jul Food Porn and a Spam Sandwich

Posted at 21:12h in Food Writing by Jennifer Iannolo

Progress is not without its drawbacks. I am infinitely grateful for the innovation technology has brought to our lives; without it, Gastronomic Meditations™ would not even exist. Naturally, however, there are those who will use such innovations to their own devious ends.I was excited and proud to send out the...

13 Jul A Cook’s Kitchen

Posted at 15:13h in Food Writing by Jennifer Iannolo

There is a great deal of comfort to be found in a kitchen that is set up for proper cooking. The recent baker's rack I installed has turned out to be my favorite item — ever. Not only can I get to everything with minimal effort, but it is there for...

11 Jul The First Cravings…

Posted at 23:16h in Food Writing, Gastronomic Meditations™, Kitchen Sink by Jennifer Iannolo

I learned yesterday that both my mother and sister planted tomatoes in their gardens; I suddenly wondered if the juicy rubies would be ready for testing next month's recipes. About this time of year, I start to get really excited about the jewels ready to spring forth from the ground,...

11 Jul Naked Deliciousness

Posted at 11:33h in Food Writing, Gastronomic Meditations™, Kitchen Sink by Jennifer Iannolo

Ok, with a title like that you'd think I was getting some action.Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending upon how you view it), all my action as of late has been in the kitchen. The July issue of Gastronomic Meditations is live, and our new discussion forums are open.C'mon, you know you...

11 Jul The Maestro

Posted at 09:20h in Food Writing by Jennifer Iannolo

My profound appreciation for aesthetics has always served as a type of balm when life becomes uncomfortably chaotic; I can find respite in the most unusual of places. After spending many days and nights working on this new issue, I was feeling more than a bit drained, and eager to...

09 Jul Love by the Glass

Posted at 14:23h in Book & Cookbook Reviews, Food Writing by The Gilded Fork

Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher are well known for their exquisite taste in wine. Their weekly wine column for The Wall Street Journal, "Tastings," has been an extremely popular feature from its inception in 1998. ...