In Season
avocado
honey
leek
turnip

Food Philosophy
a farewell cup of tea
provocative scents from the street
the cardoon as femme fatale
the sensuality of food

Culinary Spotlight
alliance bakery: peter rios
capriole goat cheese: judith schad
eno: michael bottigliero
mellow monk green tea: paul kotta

Ask Chef
brown sugar
fresh v. dried herbs
salt: qualities and varieties
wood v.s plastic chopping boards