THE trunk of the fallen eucalyptus tree makes a perfect picnic table and a couple of rocks nearby will do nicely as chairs. It’s a cool, shady spot, halfway down the canyon, and sycamore branches arc ...

Pate a choux is one of my favorite pastries to make. It's easy, very rewarding and super versatile. You can make a big batch and use half for appetizers by including a savory element and the other ...

Amid this carnival, waiters unload trays of small dishes on tables and refill glasses with raki, Turkey’s favorite anise-based liquor. Our own table, at an old Armenian restaurant called Boncuk, is ...

A really simple recipe, and you only need 2 basic ingredients to start : cream and tuna ! Then, add what you want to improve your paté, and spread it on grilled toast or inside cherry tomatoes ! Put ...

If you refrigerate this peppery country-style pate beforehand, be sure to bring it to room temperature before serving. I substituted merlot for the port wine, and it was delicious. From “Lisbon: ...

Pâté: Carefully trim the chicken livers of fat and connective tissue, and any green markings. Separate each liver into two parts and sprinkle them with salt and pepper. Set aside. Heat 2 tablespoons ...

For a pretty presentation, this recipe is studded with green pistachios and chunky peppercorns, just like a classic French pâté. The secret ingredient is parsnip, which is puréed to a silky smoothness ...

Liver has a rich, iron-y taste that should be appreciated and celebrated rather than feared and avoided. The creamy, smooth texture of the pâté makes it feel like butter as it melts onto your tongue, ...