fois gras

Fois Gras Workshop

by Anne Maxfield
December 30, 2024December 30, 2024

Fois gras is a French tradition for Christmas and the holidays, and while I’ve certainly eaten my fair share, I’ve never really prepared it, other than a quick sauté.

Gabriel Rucker at DeGustibus: Food & Fun!

by Anne Maxfield
November 4, 2013January 6, 2022

Thanks to a very generous aunt, the Accidental Locavore has had the chance to take a lot of classes at DeGustibus. When I can’t make up my mind about which… Read More »Gabriel Rucker at DeGustibus: Food & Fun!

Maison Kayser: Is There Anything Better Than Butter?

by Anne Maxfield
October 1, 2012September 28, 2012

Butter…does anything smell better than butter cooking? The Accidental Locavore is standing outside Maison Kayser, the new NYC outpost of a famed Parisian bakery. Getting in the mood for lunch there, I was… Read More »Maison Kayser: Is There Anything Better Than Butter?

September Charcutepalooza Challenge: Pâté

by Anne Maxfield
September 14, 2011January 10, 2022

Not that anyone needs a reason to make pâté, however the latest Charcutepalooza challenge is all about pâtés–perfect excuse!