Travelers to Phoenix, Arizona, typically want one thing when it comes to dining: tacos and tequila. And the city doesn’t disappoint, with dozens of Mexican joints ranging from small holes in the wall to James Beard-nominated establishments. But according to acclaimed chef Richard Sandoval, “you can’t eat Mexican all the time” (although I might have […]
Food pairings
Fermented Shark and Black Death: A Traditional Icelandic Pairing
Iceland is renowned for its simple, farm-fresh food. Menus throughout the island are replete with lamb, potatoes, and lots and lots of seafood. But despite the quality of product and the ever-imaginative preparations being presented by today’s top Icelandic chefs, the one item that everyone seems to ask about when you mention Icelandic cuisine is […]