Why we cook — Chef Erica Wides' Blog

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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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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Erica with the Chickens

This photo was taken last summer, so it's a little old. But it's just so cool. She is posed next to what remains of a tree, covered with Laetiporus Sulphureus—chicken of the woods mushrooms.

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!

Why We Cook: Veggies

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

Martha Stewart Morning Living: Winter Veggies! (pt 2)

Erica spoke again with Kim of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about the wonders of winter vegetables

Martha Stewart Morning Living: Winter Veggies! (pt 1)

Erica spoke with Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about choosing, preparing and enjoying winter vegetables.

Martha Stewart Morning Living: Southeast Asian Dinners!

Erica spoke to Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about cooking in the southeast asian style

Martha Stewart Morning Living: Vinegar!

Erica spoke to Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about vinegar, how it's made and how to use it

Martha Stewart Morning Living: Sautéing!

Erica spoke to Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about sautéing