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There are few things in life that ignite universal appreciation, passion and enthusiasm more than good food. Whether it is Italian, French, Asian, Mexican, or just comfort food - it stirs our senses with its taste, soothes our troubles with its comfort and stimulates our memories with its aroma...
What's Cooking This Month?
Recipes:
For this holiday season, I'm bringing back two of my signature dishes: Seafood Risotto and Vanilla/Walnut Biscotti (gluten-free).
The first is in honor of a long held Italian tradition of dining on an all seafood feast on Christmas Eve. And not only is it delicious for any occasion, but utterly practical if on Christmas Eve you can still celebrate a wonderful tradition, without having to serve seven courses of fish. Welcome and enjoy Seafood Risotto!
The next recipe for biscotti comes from a tried and true formula developed over the years for my restaurant, Biscotti, in Ridgefield, CT. This one however, has a little twist - they're gluten free. Biscotti are always great for filling up your cookie jar or gift giving. Now you can give a delicious edible gift even to gluten sensitive friends. They'll so appreciate it - I promise - especially if they're as good as these. For those of you that are lucky enough not to have an issue with gluten, simply substitute white flour for gluten free flour.
Also enjoy a video recipe of my scrumptious marinara sauce prepared in 3 different ways:
Tips on Making Cooking A Little Easier:
How to Make Your Holiday Cooking a Breeze
The holiday rush can make cooking in December just another chore. Give yourself a break from the mundane, everyday mealtime cooking by incorporating a few helpful tips.
A Note from the Chef:
Scents of the Season
I love that the holiday season starts at Thanksgiving. What better way to start anything than with gratitude? Christmas decorations in October I could do without, along with all the hype. And although I want to put everything Christmas away by New Years, in December, I'm full of holiday spirit. Maybe it's because gratitude kicks off the season and infuses it with a certain scent - like basil does for tomato sauce - that captures me so...
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Personal Growth:
Joy
Joy is never about things - it's a feeling that grows from within. It spreads easily, is highly contagious and affects all who come in contact with it.
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In the News:
"In the Kitchen for a Party and a Chef's Lessons" - an article featuring Chef Silvia on popularity of cooking parties.
"The Main Course" - an article featuring Chef Silvia about chefs and restaurant owners who have business degrees, e.g. MBA.