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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Ask Chef Walter: Pumpkin, what to do! – Walter Potenza

pumpkin

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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Ask Chef Walter: Embracing the solo diner – Walter Potenza

A restaurant with tables and chairs set up for dinner.

by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer How restaurants are adapting to the growing trend of guests dining alone. Friends: Solo dining has become a popular trend lately, showing how society is changing. What used to feel strange or uncomfortable is now normal and encouraged everywhere. This shift didn’t happen overnight; it’s been influenced by various societal…

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Ask Chef Walter: November in the kitchen – Walter Potenza

Autumn harvest in a wicker basket.

Reflections on One morning perusing a Rhode Island country stand.  Friends: Ah, November. The air gets crisp, your breath puffs out as tiny clouds, and everyone forgets what daylight looks like after 4 p.m. But let me tell you, November is one sneaky little gem in the fruits and veggies world. It is nature’s last…

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