Author Archives: Jim

For My Friends and Family

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Jim

Some of you were there to see Sandy at her worst… the encephalitis a raging storm gripping her mind and body.  I have said to some of you, “I would have gladly signed a contract with God two and half … Continue reading →

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Linguine Bolognese with Château Les Mongettes ’11

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Jim

My old friend Art Riccio could weave stories about his “from-scratch” sauces… hours in the making, putting to shame anything pre-made.  It’s a bit intimidating to have a buddy (who I have known since 7th grade) who watched his parents … Continue reading →

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Tonight I am Thinking of Shaina

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Jim

The Detroit Tigers are in town to play the Yankees… and I am thinking of Shaina, and it makes me smile. This should sound counterintuitive on several levels. You see… I was raised as a Brooklyn Dodger fan and as … Continue reading →

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Gen’l Jackson’s Grilled Little Necks & Sancerre

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Jim

The recipe for this dish was inspired by the “Hero of New Orleans”. On January 8, 1815, Andrew Jackson in defense of New Orleans led 5,000 soldiers of several militias from the western States and territories and won a decisive victory … Continue reading →

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