How We Love Food

Checklist for closing your home as you leave for vacation

Practical suggestions that lead to a happy return

Aug 1

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July 2026

Hard lessons learned on the not sexy topic of home hygiene

You may need this someday.

Jul 25

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How hot are you?

Classic poolside dining for when you can't stand the kitchen.

Jul 3

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June 2026

Stunning tomato salad from the Ritz in Paris

Rarely do fancy and easy go hand in hand, but here you have it.

Jun 28

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Summer drinks adults and kids both love

How to make jewel-colored pitchers of agua frescas

Jun 21

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Fresh apricots! Carpe diem!

Two recipes to take advantage of the sexiest fruit

Jun 11

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The comeback of canapés

Beautiful jewels of finger food consumed in a single bite

Jun 3

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May 2026

How to entertain our elders

Here's what I've learned and why it's worth the trouble

May 23

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Travel notes, part 2: What to watch for in the Mexican Pacific

The importance of situational awareness.

May 16

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Travel notes: Troncones, Mexico

Part 1. A little known destination for surfing, swimming, yoga and food

May 9

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White beans & green things

The ultimate meal for a warm spring day.

May 2

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April 2026

Salad of blood oranges, dates, parmesan, arrugula and almonds

Plus: Rules of thumb for making an excellent salad any time of year

Apr 25

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