According to David Leite, author of The New Portuguese Table, a caldo verde only contains one slice of chouriço, not nearly enough for him, or for that matter, me. I decided to go with a heartier version of this soup, an Azorean Kale, Sausage, and Bean Soup. More

[Flickr: sashafatcat] If the Super Bowl was a battle of regional food from each team's hometown, my money would be on the Saints all the way. While I'm sure Indianapolis has plenty of great food New Orleans has got the... More

[Photographs: Nick Kindelsperger] When I think of kidney beans, my mind usually wanders down the Mississippi River to New Orleans. That's when I start dreaming of perfect red beans and rice. It's one of my favorite meals—I'd make it much... More

"It has all the hallmarks of diner chili." [Photograph: Nick Kindelsperger] On the official chili allegiance list, you'll see my name forever pledged to Texas chili. I'll spare the adjectives, and just say that the thick bowl of red is... More