Last week, Kristin and I spent the weekend in Chicago. We were in town for the International Housewares Show, but couldn’t resist stopping by Eataly. Comprised of 63,000 square feet, this behemoth of a grocery store is a sight to behold. The sprawling complex is a food lover’s paradise. With over twenty dining options and…
Here in the United States we are slowly taking back control of our food as we go through our farm-to-table revolution. Farmers’ markets are popping up in many communities, and as a nation we are becoming more focused on organic foods. In Norway, it’s always been farm to table, or even ship to table...
Norwegian Americans grow up proud of their Norwegian connection. The land of the Vikings, fjords, wool sweaters and the midnight sun beckons from faraway. You are born with a sort of special visitor’s pass to a distant Northern Kingdom with only 5 million people. The only trouble is, it is far far away, so many…
Last weekend, my parents came down to Philadelphia. Since I live right near the Italian Market, and we’re a family of cooks, Fante’s was a must-see on our list. As it so happened, the lovely Rose Berenbaum was having a book signing for her newest book, The Baking Bible (October 2014, HMH). My mom has been…
Any time I visit a gourmet grocery store, I am always eager to check out their butter aisle. From Jelmoli in Zurich to la Grande Epicerie in Paris, I love exploring the world of gourmet butter. The other week, I was lucky enough to stop by Eataly Manhattan. And, as expected, they had an awesome…
The scent of freshly-ground espresso and just-baked pastries entices you through the doors of Eataly NYC. Once inside, you are greeted with a bustling market scene. Stalls line the pathway as you make your way through the European-style food hall. Navigating through the bakers and butchers, you discover a world of food. With 25 stores…