Ask Chef Walter: Eating in January – Chef Walter Pontenza

by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer, Chef Walter’s Cooking School EATING IN JANUARY January’s larder is a study in elegant resilience, offering ingredients that provide both comfort and a bright, cleansing start to the year. Friends: January comes quietly, bringing a sense of resolution and a real need for renewal. After the holidays, many of…

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The Feast of Christmas Eve – Ed Iannuccilli

by Ed Iannuccilli, contributing writer I loved the Christmas Eve feasts, especially in my early years at Grandma’s. It symbolized family, food love, joy, abundance, and spirituality. For weeks, we frenzied in anticipation of the Christmas season. It was the time for shopping, cooking, and pausing on Christmas Eve for La Vigilia, awaiting the Christ…

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Ask Chef Walter: My Christmas in Abruzzo from Afar – Walter Potenza

by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer The scent of roasted chestnuts fills the air, mingling with the crispness of winter and the laughter that echoes through the ancient streets of home. Friends: The faint aroma of baccalà simmering on the stove wraps around me as I dial into the video call. On screen, my sister…

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Ask Chef Walter! Hanukkah History, with Apple Fritter and Latke Recipes

by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: Chag Sameach! As the first candle of Hanukkah is lit this year on the evening of December 14, 2025, at Flavors + Knowledge, we’re delighted to share the joy of the Festival of Lights with you. In honor of the holiday, here is the story behind Hanukkah and…

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Ask Chef Walter: Torrone in Rhode Island for the Holidays – Walter Potenza

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by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer In the heart of Federal Hill in Providence, the tradition of Torrone continues, with new flavors and diversity, for any palate and style. Let Tony’s daughter Adriana guide you through the journey. In addition, I detailed recipe for you to consider on how to make the soft torrone variety.…

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We Cook! Pulled BBQ Thanksgiving Turkey Leftovers – Anthony Salemme

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by Anthony Salemme, contributing chef Left over Thanksgiving food creations are one of my favorites. If you don’t have butternut squash, you can use leftover sweet potatoes. Serves 4 3 cups roasted dark turkey meat 2 cups your favorite BBQ sauce 1/2 cup cranberry sauce 1 jalapeño seeded and chopped, optional Polenta 1 cup cornmeal…

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