Chipotle Caramel Popcorn. If you think salt does interesting things to caramel, hang on to your hairpins!

Chocolate Chipotle Brownies. Inspired by Oprah's favorite brownie from "Baked".

Classic oysters Rockefeller with watercress, celery, green onion and spinach. The twist: a slightly sweet herbal note from a hint of Chartreuse.

Apple cider-braised pork shoulder with ancho chillies Calvados and dried figs. Adapted from Alice Waters: The Art of Simple food. Goes great with roasted Brussels sprouts and cippolinis with lemon, bacon, walnuts.