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December 1, 2008
Kabocha Squash

Of all the edible gourds on riotous display at the Greenmarket, kabocha squash is one of the sweetest.

November 17, 2008
Broccoli

Despite its Superfood status, broccoli is not an easy sell.

October 20, 2008
Escarole

The loose-leafed escarole makes a terrific winter salad.

September 29, 2008
Pimientos de Padrón

Stubby pimientos de Padrón are a speciality of Galicia, Spain.

September 22, 2008
“Regular” Tomatoes

Heirloom tomatoes have such a monopoly these days that to traffic in good old Jersey beefsteaks requires a bit of salesmanship.

September 15, 2008
Santa Rosa Plums

Santa Rosa plums proliferate in Northern California, where Abraço chef-partner Elizabeth Quijada grew up.

August 25, 2008
Basil

Basil, the sweet and pungent summer herb, is at its fragrant peak right now.

August 11, 2008
Parsley

Parsley, the perennial garnish, gets to shine in tabbouleh.

July 21, 2008
Fava Beans

If snap peas are the definition of gustatory ease, favas are their polar opposite.

June 16, 2008
Fluke

Plump and firm-fleshed, fluke, or summer flounder, caught off Long Island are at their best right now.