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[9 Sep 2009 | One Comment | 1,965 views]
Why We Cook: The Breakfast Show

This week on Why We Cook: Erica turns your ideas of breakfast on their heads. Forget what you think you know about the first meal of the day!

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[2 Sep 2009 | No Comment | 660 views]
Why We Cook: Anchovies, Mackeral and Sardines, oh my!

This week on Why We Cook: Erica talks slimy, oily fish, trying to cast a brighter light on anchovies, sardines, and mackerel with some brainy histories and quick prep tips.

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[27 Aug 2009 | No Comment | 735 views]
Why we cook: Outcast Veggies

On this week’s Why We Cook, Erica celebrates a handful of outcast veggies and shares preparations to curry your favor towards the beet, cauliflower and lima bean. Don’t sleep on these nutritious delights!

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[19 Aug 2009 | No Comment | 388 views]
Why We Cook: Veggies

This week on Why We Cook, Erica continues her exploration into vegetables with Zukes, Cukes & Melons.

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[14 Aug 2009 | No Comment | 216 views]
A Great Place for Great Beer

The 4th Avenue Pub, on 4th Avenue and Bergen Street in Brooklyn, is an excellent place for BEER. They have about 20 taps filled with some of the coldest and most delicious beer this side of heaven. Both foreign and domestic microbrews abound, and the knowledgeable staff will gladly pour a taste for you (in a tiny shot glass mug). They’ll also make recommendations and once they get to know your tastes, you can’t beat this place with a stick.