Sot-l’y-laisse

Sot-l’y-laisse – this translates into “The Fool Leaves It”. It’s also the French term for the “oysters” on a chicken or other fowl. Those deliciously tender and flavorful morsels between the thigh and the backbone are, to a certain extent, what this site is about...[MORE]
Monthly archive December, 2006

Latest Creation – Truffled Egg Toast

If you’ve ever gone to Ino or Inoteca you must have ordered this…it’s the best thing on their menu. Truffled Egg Toast. But, as it turns, it’s easy to make too! Here’s what you do. Preheat an oven to 425. Steam some peeled and cut asparagus. Take out that Pullman Loaf (Brioche) that you happen...

Latest Creation – Last Night's Dinner

Starter: Tuna Carpaccio w/ White Truffle Oil, Balsamic, Soy Sauce, Black Pepper, and Fleur de Sel This was followed by Poached Salmon with Tomato, Fennel, some Shallots, and White Wine. On the side was some sauteed Rappini with Shallots, and though it doesn’t really fit in, an Artichoke. I just haven’t had one in FOREVER....