The Finger Lakes Region in New York is famous for first-class wine, beautiful scenery, and college towns.  It’s also developing an excellent reputation for artisanal …

I’ve just been on an acid trip. No, not that kind.  Acid Trip – Travels in the World of Vinegar, is a new book by …

Our neighbor Myriam hit a bonanza of Hen of the Woods (Maitake) Mushrooms a few weeks back. She’s a forager, gathering ramps in the spring, …

“The Hudson Valley à la Francaise,” the invitation announced.  It was for a lunch at The Bocuse Restaurant, ground zero for French cooking at the …

What’s that?  I can’t hear you.  Please, speak up!  Look at me so I can read your lips!  That’s what I’m overhearing at restaurants these …

Loud Restaurants By Elise Maclay   Dining out is one of the most interesting and delicious ways to study contemporary anthropology.  Trendlets appear hesitantly, flame …