Laura Manzano

2 weeks ago | marthastewart.com | Laura Manzano

Credit: Alex Lau When cooking at home, few fridge and pantry staples are as versatile—or as often underestimated—as salsa. Most often found beside a bowl of tortilla chips, this vibrant and utilitarian condiment deserves a prominent role in far more than just snacking. But is everything we know about salsa wrong? Or at least, extremely limited? We spoke to the chef who wrote the book on salsa to explore all the things it can be, and more importantly, how to use salsa in surprising ways.

3 weeks ago | magazinema.es | Laura Manzano

La ópera prima de Constance Tsang, ‘Blue Sun Palace’, nos sumerge de forma intimista en la experiencia de la migración china en el vibrante barrio neoyorquino de Flushing. Este drama explora los recuerdos, los sueños, las pequeñas rutinas, las conversaciones cotidianas y las peores tragedias de sus personajes a través de un ritmo pausado y lírico que invita a saborear cada detalle.

1 month ago | marthastewart.com | Laura Manzano

Photo: Getty / Tarun Kumar / 500px When considering the great cheeses of the world, countries such as France, Italy, and Switzerland might be the first that come to mind. Not to be overlooked, however, is India, the home of one of the most unique cheeses around: paneer. If you're wondering what paneer is and what’s special about it, read on to find out about this fresh, mild cheese that is used all across South Asian cuisine, and particularly in Indian cooking.

1 month ago | marthastewart.com | Laura Manzano

A perfectly cooked egg is a fundamental comfort food, and essential and endlessly useful for any home cook to know how to prepare. Whether fried in a skillet, folded into a soft scramble, baked in a quiche, or poached for a Benedict, eggs elevate even the simplest meal. A jammy egg is a perfect example. If you're not familiar with this egg preparation, we're here for you. Find out how to make jammy eggs and the best ways to enhance and enjoy them.

2 months ago | marthastewart.com | Laura Manzano

Photo: Getty / Julie Deshaies As the first signs of spring emerge, you might see one of nature’s most interesting and seasonal edible delicacies, fiddleheads, in the woods or at your farmers market or specialty grocery store. These tightly coiled greens resemble the scroll of a violin and are valued for their crisp texture and earthy flavor. Whether lightly sautéed with butter and garlic or tossed into a fresh spring salad, fiddleheads bring elegance and whimsy to any dish.