[Photograph: Caroline Russock] When it's cold outside I rely on my oven more than our old temperamental radiators—a slow braise warms the kitchen like nothing else. Since the Braised Duck with Niçoise Olives and Rosemary I made earlier this week... More

[Photograph: Caroline Russock] Every night at Marco Canora's restaurant Hearth, he offers a prix fixe cucina povera menu [PDF], a simple three course meal at a bargain price of $35. Canora translates cucina povera to "humble cooking," dishes made with... More

"The duck was so ridiculously tender, we could have eaten it with a spoon." [Photograph: Caroline Russock] Duck doesn't make its way into my kitchen too often, and when it does I get nervous. I'll happily order it out but... More

[Photograph: Caroline Russock] While planning dinner last night I realized that I was in something of a starch rut. I already had a main and a vegetable side planned, but I was at a loss for a substantial starchy side.... More

[Photograph: Caroline Russock] Many people go through life hating certain vegetables just because they haven't eaten them cooked properly. Take brussels sprouts. Up until recently they've been almost a joke vegetable, making otherwise adventurous palates cringe. But most folks have... More