Archive - The Amateur Gourmet Newsletter

My Top Ten New York City Restaurants

Aug 22, 2024 •

Every Silver Lining Has a Cloud

A life-changing medical diagnosis in the middle of a book launch.

Jun 30 •

Stanley Tucci's Zucchini Pasta

Plus: Angry Garlic People, Ottolenghi's Fig Cake, and Mustard Brown Sugar Salmon.

Jul 28, 2022 •

"How Do You Eat Like This and Not Weigh Three Hundred Pounds?"

Aug 31, 2023 •

One Year Back in New York

Aug 15, 2024 •

My Secrets for Finding the Best Recipes Online 🤫

Including Ottolenghi's Turmeric Chicken, Blueberry Lemon Cake, and Grilled Dandelion Green Mozzarella Sandwiches.

Mar 27 •

The L.A. Dishes We'll Miss The Most

Ten highly personal, idiosyncratic, and emotional plates of food we'll dream about from three thousand miles away.

Jun 1, 2023 •

What Your Salad Says About You

Jan 18, 2024 •

Is it possible to cook something without sharing it on social media?

Including Sienese Art, Viral Chicken Soup, and Caramelized Caraflex Cabbage with Roasted Honeynut Squash.

Oct 24, 2024 •

I Sold My Novel!

Mar 12, 2024 •

Have I Got a Focaccia For You

Plus: Spring Vegetable Soup, Citrus Beet Mozzarella Salad, and Dinner at Barbuto.

Apr 1, 2024 •

The Ultimate New York Birthday

With stops at The Met Dining Room, Bemelman's Bar, Le Veau d'Or, and Ci Siamo.

Feb 21 •

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