Alex Young, chef and managing partner of Zingerman’s Roadhouse, really did it this time. The recipe that he created for Farm and Field, one of Al Dente’s new, organic pasta duets, is off-the-charts delicious! I haven’t had such an OMG experience in a long time, and it tasted so good! Our new line of organic [...]
Monthly Archives: February 2009
lotsa local love-pasta and seafood
As exciting as it is to be spending this year in Chicago, I would have been so sad to not be home with Dennis for Valentine’s Day. And, it was great being in my real home, having the chance to visit some of my favorite stores, running into old friends everywhere I went. We started [...]
al dente across the blogosphere!
We love finding great food blogs who share our love and passion for great cooking. Our friend Katie at goodLife {eats} is having a contest for your favorite pasta recipe. The prize? A bag of Al Dente pasta and Monique’s sauce—Good times! Another great blog for pasta lovers is once upon a feast. I plan [...]
pasta inspirations-my polish roots
It’s well documented that my French heritage has played a huge role in my passion for cooking and eating. Lately, however, I’ve had the opportunity to explore my Polish half, my Father’s side. Living in Chicago, one of the largest communities of Poles, has made this exploration all the more exciting and fun. Last month [...]

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