Monthly Archives: March 2010

The Unsinkable Apple Pie

The classic American pie often displays an empty space between the top crust and the apple filling because the apples sink considerably in the baking. Of course, there is the crumb topping, but my favorite part of a pie is … Continue reading

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Emeril’s Crown Roast of Lamb Recipe

Ingredients 2 trimmed racks of lamb, 1 1/2 to 2 pounds each Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 cup Creole mustard 2 sticks of butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup finely minced onions 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1/4 cup finely … Continue reading

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“Zizen Pesach” A goyim goes to Seder… Matzoh Ball Soup Recipe-

The first time is tasted matzoh ball soup was at a Seder, which my next door neighbor invited me to. The Sands lived next door. They along with a large segment of the neighborhood families were Jewish. I was brought up Catholic and had never had an opportunity to witness other religious observances first hand. I must say I was really taken by the experience. I remember the seriousness of it, the sense of connection that the ritual had which stretched through oceans of time. Continue reading

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Memories of a Brooklyn Basement-Why I became a food photographer

On March 15th 1976 I woke up to the sounds of my mother sobbing. Lying in my bed, I knew that my Grandfather, Frank Dellisanti, passed away. What I did not know was that would be the beginning of the … Continue reading

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Shellfish Stew

A healthy alternative to meat stews. This simple shellfish stew is quick and easy to make. Continue reading

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Lasagna Bolognese – Mario Batali’s Recipe

Lasagna Bolognese – Mario Batali’s Recipe Continue reading

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Bidding on Food Photography Jobs

Bidding on a photography job can be one of the most challenging aspects for any photographer. Every job is different. Bid too high and you price yourself out of the game that’s obvious. What most new comers don’t understand is that if you bid too low you can also knock yourself out. Continue reading

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Cornbread Recipe

Delicious cornbread recipe. Continue reading

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Why is food photography so expensive?

Food photography can be very expensive depending on who is shooting. Photographers set their own rates and there is no standard. It’s not a level playing field. Continue reading

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When inspiration is needed shoot sweets

For a lot of aspiring food photographers approaching the right subject can be the difference between a great photograph or a disaster. Unless you are an accomplished chef and can really create beautifully styled dishes, stay away from complicated subjects at first keep it simple. Continue reading

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