The weather has been wet in the Bay for the start of this year. As a result, some of us are busy trying to keep ourselves – and our homes – dry.  For those of us who enjoy cooking it means we have to find ways to keep good food around without wasting time. Kimchi […]

We get so many questions about how to prepare holiday meats. So, we’ve compiled our favorite tips, techniques and recipes in one place. Veal Our veal & how to cook specific cuts Beef How to prepare & cook a standing rib roast The Rocchino’s favorite brisket Hams & Pork How to glaze & reheat a holiday ham […]

This is a simple yet elegant preparation that makes the most of the beautiful whole squab we get from Paine Farm. Adding the reserved bones to the pot as the beans cook creates a rich, golden broth. You’ll need to plan ahead, but the hands-on cooking time is minimal and you can improvise with which […]

When Aaron and I got married, my Maid of Honor asked all of our friends and family to submit family recipes that they would like to share with Aaron and me to be compiled into a recipe book.  Here was the gist of the email she sent out: “Dear friends and family of Monica and Aaron, I […]