As part of Nick’s quarter-century birthday celebration, his parents purchased him two tickets to see “Die Zauberflöte” at The Metropolitan Opera. Fortunately for me, I got to be his date! I had my own personal fashion consultant / hair stylist / make-up artist (thanks, Steph!) to prep me for the iconic night-out. While she primped [...]

Don’t be fooled … This pasta dish really does resemble a pizza! Ingredients 12-18 ounces fresh linguine 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 pound pancetta, chopped 3-4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano salt and pepper to taste 4 large eggs 1/2 cup cream 2 cups ricotta cheese [...]

Makes a perfect Halloween dinner. Washed down with Punkin Ales, of course. Pumpkin Sausage Pasta Servings: 6 (Print this Recipe) Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound sweet Italian sausage 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 bay leaf 4 to 6 sprigs sage leaves, cut into chiffonade 1 cup dry [...]

Found in a magazine at my doctor’s office, we adapted this recipe to include our favorite fall produce: pears, pomegranates, and grapes. Autumn Salad Servings: 4 (Print this Recipe) Ingredients for Dressing 3/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 6 tablespoons brown sugar salt and pepper to taste Ingredients for Salad 1 pound [...]