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Issue #9

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Paul Cooks (or Not)
Artist's cookbooks are a nice idea—but what if the artist doesn't much care for food?
The Grading of French Foie Gras
The French grade and classify foie gras with a manic fervor that defies comprehension by us foreign infidels.
For the devoutly Catholic country of Malta, religious holidays are truly sweet occasions.
Don't be daunted by nutmeg's pleasantly pungent flavor—here are seven ways to use it to spice up your cooking.
Juicing a Pomegranate
Pomegranates are notoriously messy, but this simple technique will have you juicing them like a pro in no time.
Making a Treacle Ring
We were completely stumped on the right way to make a treacle ring—until we looked at the photos.
Mama Lou's Thanksgiving
It's real, it's traditional, it's always the same.
The wines were legends, one of them dating from 1779; the animating spirit of the event is something of legend, too.
Picking a Pomegranate
Here's what we look for when buying pomegranates—plus the best way we've found to extract their seeds.
This luxurious terrine is a classic of French cuisine. Here is how its done.
Savoring Malta
The food of this little-known Mediterranean island nation is a happy surprise—at once quirky, hearty, and appealingly familial.
Italy Sparkles
From chianti and barolo country comes a dazzling rival to champagne.
Green Infusion
Prized for its health benefits, a soothing cup of green tea is also good for the senses.
Fresh Tea
Revered for centuries at home, Chinese green teas taste surprisingly sweet and new in a Westerner’s cup.
An Ice Little Wine
Okay, you French-American hybrid vidal grapes—hurry up and freeze!