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Friendship and Food
They make life worth living. I found that out this week.
May 22
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Ruth Reichl
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When M.F.K. Fisher met Michael
And the chocolate cake I baked to celebrate the occasion.
May 15
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Ruth Reichl
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A Few Fabulous New York Moments
A little love for my hometown. Restaurants. Shops. Old menus. An iconic recipe. And more.
May 8
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Ruth Reichl
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Pull Up a Chair. Take a Taste. Come Join Us. Life is so Endlessly Delicious.
A rant about feeding children. Also: recipes, books and articles. And a mad vintage recipe.
May 1
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Ruth Reichl
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April 2026
What We Talked About When We Talked About Food Back Then
Also, a strange vintage recipe. A classic menu. A fantastic white bean you are going to love. And an inspiring grant for food people.
Apr 24
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Ruth Reichl
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An American Legend
Writings and recipes from the great Edna Lewis. Also, an unforgettable southern waffle, an eye-opening old menu and a new tool for cooks. Plus…
Apr 17
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Ruth Reichl
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The Glory of Garlic
An ode to the pungent bulb with recipes, menus, movies, jewelry..... Couldn't your life use a little more zest?
Apr 10
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Ruth Reichl
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American Scrapbook
Articles, menus, recipes, clippings - and a very fun thing to do.
Apr 3
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Ruth Reichl
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March 2026
What the Food World is Talking About
A few thoughts. Also.. the recipe for that incredible timballo. How to make perfect poundcake. A most enticing vintage menu. And a taste of the past.
Mar 27
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Ruth Reichl
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From Sicily With Love
A group of fascinating women gather in Sicily. Remembering a long-gone Italy where it was easy to eat well on $3 a day. Great Italian wine. Fantastic…
Mar 20
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Ruth Reichl
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What Is Food Writing? A Rant.
An angry screed. Also, a recipe for the easiest spectacular dessert. One of my favorite meals ever. And the story of a truly great wine.
Mar 13
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Ruth Reichl
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Dining Out/Dining In
A few notes on why we go out to eat, why we cook and what chefs want. Also, a very cool seasonal candy. And an unforgettable dish.
Mar 6
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Ruth Reichl
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