La Briffe

The Glory of Garlic

An ode to the pungent bulb with recipes, menus, movies, jewelry..... Couldn't your life use a little more zest?

4 hrs ago • Ruth Reichl

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American Scrapbook

Articles, menus, recipes, clippings - and a very fun thing to do.

Apr 3 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • Ruth Reichl

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February 2026

The Downside of Being a Restaurant Critic

It's not all great food. Also, a ridiculously rich dessert. A chance to visit Nancy Silverton's home in Umbria. A vintage menu from one of my favorite…

Feb 27 • Ruth Reichl

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Summer Camp for Food Folk

Playing with the country's greatest chefs. Also, the recipe for my favorite dessert. A fantastic cocktail dip. A vintage menu. And a guide to…

Feb 20 • Ruth Reichl

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A Recipe for Valentine's Day

Also, a brand new pepper has just arrived. More Danny Kaye. Memories of a much-loved food emporium. A soufflé you've never heard of. And the rarest…

Feb 13 • Ruth Reichl

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My Lemon Obsession

Bring a little sunshine into the winter kitchen. Recipes, books, vintage menus, tools....

Feb 6 • Ruth Reichl

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January 2026

Stormy Weather

A couple of recipes to see you through this season. The most beautiful chocolate you've ever seen. A wonderful vintage menu. And the most comforting…

Jan 30 • Ruth Reichl

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Consider the Kitchen

How do you make a great place to cook? I have a few ideas. Also, a hilarious vintage menu. A recipe. And what might very well be the dish of the year.

Jan 23 • Ruth Reichl

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