We Cook: Mill’s Tavern’s Long Island Duck Breast with carrot puree, pickled cherries, walnuts…

by Edward Bolus, Executive Chef, Mill’s Tavern, Providence Long Island Duck Breast with Rose Water Carrot Purée, Pickled Cherries, Toasted Walnuts & Cherry Gastrique (Serves 4): Seared duck breast meets sweet-and-sour cherries in this elegant yet cozy plate, rounded out with silky rose water carrot purée, a drizzle of cherry gastrique, and crunchy toasted walnuts!…

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Ask Chef Walter: How to make Pastiera – Walter Potenza

by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: If you’ve ever been lucky enough to experience Italy during Easter, you’ll know just how magical—and delicious—it is. The country comes alive with an incredible variety of seasonal cakes and pastries, each one sweeter than the last. What I love most is how every region has its…

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We Cook! Mill’s Tavern Olive Oil Braised Celeriac, Carrot Puree, Red Sorrel Peas & Yuzu Vinaigrette

by Edward Bolus , Mill’s Tavern, contributing writer Olive Oil Braised Celeriac, Carrot Purée, Red Sorrel Peas & Yuzu Vinaigrette(Serves 4): Enjoy this refined, vegetable-forward dish from Mill’s Tavern, showcasing seasonal ingredients and vibrant flavors! Where to Find Celeriac & Yuzu Juice: Celeriac (celery root) is available at most specialty grocery stores and farmers’ markets,…

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We Cook! Mill’s Tavern Parsnip Boursin spread, Duck sausage, Duxelles and Arugula Flatbread

by Ed Bolus, contributing writer, Executive Chef, Mill’s Tavern, Providence Parsnip Boursin Spread, Duck Sausage, Duxelles & Arugula Flatbread (Serves 4)This flavorful flatbread combines a creamy parsnip Boursin spread, savory duck sausage, and rich mushroom duxelles, finished with fresh arugula for a balanced appetizer or main course. Prep Time: 25 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time:…

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Ask Chef Walter: Chickpeas, savory and sweet – Walter Potenza

A bowl of soup with bread and vegetables on the side.

by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: Around the holidays, many Italian regions take advantage of chickpeas for their savory and sweet dishes. In this overview, there are some interesting details about this ancient legume and a recipe for the Sicilian Panelle.  Chickpeas, commonly known as garbanzo beans, have been cultivated for over a…

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Ask Chef Walter: Baccalà Cooking Lesson – Chef Walter Potenza

A man holding two large fish in his hands.

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…

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