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Michael Ruhlman Interviews Judith Jones
I'll name names. Why does someone as talented, passionate, and articulate as Mario Batali have to use so much gratuitous vulgarity? I'm not a prude, and an occasional well-placed expletive can be useful on rare occasions. But c'mon Mario, this ain't the fraternity house, brutha.
Mario Unclogged: Marinara Sauce
With all due respect to Mr. Batali, I have to disagree about the obligate use of Italian tomatoes. While I am a firm believer in the concept of terroir, I am a firmer believer in the virtues of local food. Most areas of the US are capable of producing high-quality San Marzano tomatoes. The seeds of the variety are readily available, they are not difficult to grow, and they are easily preserved at home using well-known techniques.
I have tasted the tomatoes pictured above. They are indeed very good. I have also grown San Marzano and other varieties myself that are at least the equal of their Italian counterparts. I invite Mr. Batali to come enjoy my pizza with homegrown San Marzanos, and see if he can tell the difference.
Cook the Book: 'Beard on Food'
My friend Smitty, who showed me the possibilities that can be achieved with food and wine.
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Was anyone else astounded at the repeated references to rare cooking temps using standard supermarket ground beef?