My New Jersey kitchen fills with the aroma of artichokes simmering in garlic and rosemary. Inhaling the aroma, I am transported to Rome where I am dining in a restaurant tucked into an ancient alley and am gazing down at my friend’s plate of spaghetti all carbonara. “I only order carbonara in Italy,” comments Jane…
Wines for September Tomatoes
Tomatoes are at their absolute best as summer comes to a close. Farmers markets burst with all colors, shapes and sizes. But, pairing wines with tomatoes can be tricker than you might think and depends on the state of the tomatoes – ripe, juicy and uncooked or rich, concentrated and stewed. Fresh tomatoes are acidic…