News Feed: November 16

by jbfauthor on November 16, 2009

Three young Brooklyn butchers are encouraging their customers to give "extreme meat" a chance. [NYDN] Can we drink lunar water? [Slate] Nine unexpected ways to freshen up your Thanksgiving menu [Saveur] Take a sweet tour of the globe with these holiday treats. [NY Mag]

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On the Menu: November 15 to November 21

by jbfauthor on November 13, 2009

Here’s what happening at the Beard House and around the country next week: Sunday, November 15, 6:00 P.M. Friends of James Beard Benefit: Pismo Beach, CA Guests at our annual Friends of James Beard Benefit at Pismo Beach’s Lido Restaurant will be treated to breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, the exquisite California cuisine of acclaimed chefs Evan Treadwell, Joseph Humphrey, and Craig von Foerster, and an intriguing selection of Central Coast wines. Monday, November 16, 7:00 P.M. Market Fresh Seafood Named after the renowned Fulton Fish Market, where Atlantic fishermen began passing on the day’s catch to New York wholesalers in 1822, this fish-focused restaurant from the owners of Citarella offers the bold seafood dishes of chef Jeremy

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Recipe: Pappardelle with Duck and Juniper Ragù

by jbfauthor on November 13, 2009

Flat, long, and wide, pappardelle are the perfect noodles for a hefty ragù. We especially love this duck and juniper–studded version from our friends at the Apicius International School of Hospitality. You can find juniper berries in the spice section of many specialty and gourmet food stores.

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Eat this Word: Harissa

by jbfauthor on November 13, 2009

WHAT? Tunisian hot sauce. This fiery, rust-colored condiment made from chilies, garlic, cumin, and olive oil is traditionally stirred into the broth ladled over couscous. Harissa is also used to add heat to many other Tunisian dishes, ranging from salads to brochettes. Commercially prepared harissa is available at specialty stores in the United States, but homemade harissa is easy to prepare and will last about a year if covered with a layer of olive oil and stored in the refrigerator. Neighboring Morocco and Algeria also use the condiment in their cuisines. WHERE? Mark Beaupre, Oliver Reschreiter, Kaushik Chowdhury, and David O’Reilly's Beard House dinner WHEN? November 13, 2009 HOW? Brown’s Orchard Lamb Loin with Red

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