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Ask Chef Walter: Humble lentils, powerful health – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Humble lentils, powerful health. Friends: ACW reader Nicole F. from Corydon, Indiana, inquired about red and yellow lentils. Here we go, Nicole. I am including a good recipe to try. Hopefully, it will help! Lentils are a staple in our pantries. They are versatile, nutritional, and can offer a base…
Read MoreFederal Hill Identity Crisis – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer The glorious second-oldest Italian immigration colony in North America struggles to reaffirm its dominance in the gastronomic palette of the state and nationally. Friends: In the mid-1980s, as I prepared to open my first restaurant in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, a seasoned Jewish rabbi imparted wisdom that has stayed…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Paella Perfecta, with Chef Walter Potenza
Paella Perfecta. History, styles and the common mistakes to avoid, including some kitchen secrets and a recipe from Spain. Friends: Paella- the very sound of the word evokes a vision of the scorching coasts of Spain, the cacophony of street markets, and the aroma wafting of that savory, saffron-scented steam. This iconic creation from Valencia is perhaps…
Read MoreWe Cook! from Ask Chef Walter this week: January’s flavorful choices – Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer JANUARY FLAVORFUL CHOICES – Embracing January’s bounty of citrus fruits, root vegetables, winter greens, and more opens the door to meals both flavorful and nourishing. Friends: A new year, a fresh start, and just by chance,January is one of the best times to go full-on seasonal with your cooking.…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: It’s Hanukkah! Latkes and more – Walter Potenza
It’s all about fried food for Hanukkah. But it doesn’t have to be just latkes Friends: The celebration of Chanukah represents a special moment for the Jewish community. It encompasses the story of a miracle and the profound meaning of spiritual resilience. Although it is a holiday of Jewish origin, Chanukah is part of the…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter (special): Christmas Panettone. Which to buy? – Chef Walter Potenza
Photo, top: Pastry Chef Claudio Gatti in Italy CHRISTMAS PANETTONE? WHICH TO BUY? Panettone is one of the most famous Italian desserts in the world. Popular during the Christmas holidays and consumed between December 8th and January 6th, the Epiphany date. Friends: Many of you are familiar with the panettone, but often you ask yourself…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Baccalà Cooking Lesson – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Photo: Roma’s on Federal Hill, Providence Manager Oliver holding salted baccala’ in the store, courtesy Walter Potenza Friends: As we approach the solemn holidays, seafood symbolizes lean and devoted cuisines, especially in the Christian world. Many have asked about the salted cod, and here’s a brief guideline on how…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Fresh Octopus, a culinary journey from sea to table – Walter Potenza
by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: we are beginning the seafood celebration until Christmas Day, and octopus takes the center of the stage because it intimidated anyone in the kitchen. Octopus, a fascinating creature of the deep, is a soft-bodied mollusk belonging to the class Cephalopoda, which also includes squids and cuttlefish. With…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Thanksgiving turkey common mistakes – Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Properly thawing, brining, and seasoning your turkey, using a meat thermometer, and avoiding overcooking are essential to creating a memorable Thanksgiving feast. Friends: Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and togetherness, and the centerpiece of this beloved holiday is often the Thanksgiving turkey. Preparing a delicious and perfectly cooked turkey…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Pumpkin, what to do! – Walter Potenza
by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer PUMPKIN WHAT TO DO! Other than the fun-cutting Halloween faces, there are a few suggestions that make sense. Pumpkin cheesecake Italian style recipe included. Friends: Q: Allison C. from Lincoln Wood, Illinois, asked about pumpkins. Here we go, Allison! Fall is the perfect time to get creative with…
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