Category Archives: General

I looked at my stove this morning and it seemed lonely. Obviously, I realize that kitchen appliances don’t have feelings but without its worn out, covered it splatters and spills look to it this morning my trusty partner didn’t seem … Continue reading →

Yes, I know I said I would be a more regular blogger, and I have been MIA for a few days…but..I have been partaking in some very decadent eating though…with some consequences. Monday I was at Cookshop on 10th Ave. … Continue reading →

I am truly saddened by the demise of yet another neighborhood institution felled by rising rents and greedy landlords in our fair city. I have written in this blog about Esashi, the Japanese Restaurant on Ave A that I have … Continue reading →

After speaking with several Making SundaySauce…. readers it has become apparent that many of you would like more content, including some more information about food, restaurants, tips, musing, quips and anecdotes on a more regular basis. So, in the spirit … Continue reading →

Amalia Angelakos Nicholas is a very special young woman I have the pleasure of knowing. She is a budding photographer, an excellent baker and the class president elect at her school. She is Greek, and I mean really Greek, like … Continue reading →

My daughter is studying the pioneers. She is a real history buff. She is facinated by the concepts of immigration. She went with her Third Grade classmates to Ellis Island and was enthralled by the entire experience. Her class went … Continue reading →

Is is true that you have to have a bad experience to truly appreciate the good ones? I eat out a lot, as you can well imagine, and I am usually pretty open to most restaurant experiences and fairly forgiving. … Continue reading →

Every so often when I receive an assignment and scan the ingredient list I immediately know that I have to make the shift from photographer to hunter/gatherer. It began several years ago when I was shooting a column for a … Continue reading →

One of the unexpected by-products of being someone who works with and around food is that I have become the Food 4-1-1 for anyone who happens to have my phone number or email address. So, I am relaxing on my … Continue reading →

When you fall in love with someone and you intend to be together the food you share can become an important part of your lives. Well, at least if you are a food photographer in love with a stylist. I … Continue reading →