Category Archives: Food Articles

More Digital Food Photography Book

For those of you who may have been wondering what happened to cook, shoot eat a food photographers journey, the blog it’s been a while. Where I have been you ask? I have been writing a book. I was commissioned … Continue reading

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Play It Up…Like a Real Hamburger

I like all-American food. Even if it originated in another country, as is often the case. I guess the hamburger is one of those national favorites. They say that the Germans invented it. Hence the name “hamburger” (from Hamburg Steak). … Continue reading

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Rice to Entice

I’ll bet you’re thinking, “What does this Italian guy know about rice?” Well, it’s true that pasta is the carbohydrate of choice is my neck of the boot (Southern Italy, that is.) Nevertheless, we Italian Americans have a keen talent … Continue reading

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These Dogs Are Hot!

Hot dogs are funny things. No matter how sophisticated your tastes are, you still crave them – especially this time of year. After all, they are a mainstay at baseball games and backyard barbecues. We New Yorkers also have our … Continue reading

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The Cheesecake Diet

Why is it that every time I’m on a diet, someone puts a cheesecake on the table? A conspiracy, I tell you! Really, I’m only a mortal human being. There’s just so much I can resist. You know where this … Continue reading

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Fit for a Brit

I believe British foods receive a bad rap. All that talk of bland, boring and boiled. Nonsense! Oh sure, the taste traditions of England don’t sport chiles and oregano, I’ll grant you that. But variety is truly the spice of … Continue reading

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Chocolate Reveries

Some of my fondest gastronomic memories involve chocolate. I’d venture to guess that I’m not alone here. What is it about chocolate that causes our hearts to skip a beat when it’s presented to us in its many sumptuous forms? … Continue reading

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The Mexican You Thought You Knew

Mexican food always tasted the same to me. I was bored with it. Then I visited Mexico several times and was introduced to authentic Mexican cuisine – a far cry from the fare offered at stateside burrito and taco establishments. … Continue reading

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Salad Days Are Here Again…

Salad Days Are Here Again… I’ve had a great time these last few months. I mean, I really love the Holidays. So many of my favorite foods – in such quantities – with ample time to take it all in. … Continue reading

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Do Buffalo Have Wings?

Whenever my Mom roasted a chicken, she would save the wings for me. They’ve always been my favorite part of the bird. I just love the way the skin gets extra crispy on a wing. And I adore a challenge … Continue reading

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