Francine Spiering

Jul 23, 2024 | edibleportland.com | Francine Spiering

Skip to content Carrot Pickle, Prosciutto & Sunchokes Mousse Sunchokes (jerusalem artichoke is another name) is an enigmatic root vegetable. It has that silky texture of potato when cooked yet tastes distinctly of artichoke. That makes them the perfect partner for the cured saltiness of prosciutto. Add a little tartness with the carrot pickle, and you have an antipasti party in a glass. MOUSSE INGREDIENTS 1 pound sunchokes 1 tablespoon 15% cream 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Fresh lemon juice, to...

May 16, 2024 | edibleeastbay.com | Francine Spiering

My first crisp slice of farinata came flaming hot straight from a wood oven. The baker slathered it rapidly with a seductively aromatic Genovese pesto and handed it over.

Sep 6, 2023 | edibleindy.ediblecommunities.com | Francine Spiering

With bustling alleys and friendly merchants advertising neatly piled aromatic wares, a Middle Eastern spice market is a vivid experience for all the senses. Eyes feast on a vibrance of reds, yellows, greens. Ears listen in on foreign tongues. Nostrils absorb the intoxicating aromas of the craziest abundance of spices, both whole and ground. Spicy particles tickle the throat.