La Deliziosa Vita

La Deliziosa Vita

Fall classics: Simply roasted skillet chicken two ways

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

Fall is my favorite time of the year. I love the crisp air, the aroma of spices like cinnamon and sage, and the impending holidays (though I could do without seeing Halloween decor... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita

Turn leftover rice into arancini, a comforting Sicilian snack

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

Arancini (stuffed rice balls) is a beloved street food in Sicily, and it was one of my favorite childhood snacks. My grandfather made them using leftover Arborio rice from risotto,... Read More
Home & Garden, La Deliziosa Vita

The glory of backyard chickens and the world’s best deviled eggs

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

I’ve been writing in The Marina Times and talking on the radio for years about the many reasons to buy pasture-raised eggs — not “cage free,” which means only t... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita

Use store-bought tortellini for a warming weeknight soup

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

I remember watching my grandfather and my mother make tortellini — ring-shaped pasta they filled with cheese. It was a labor of love; not hard to do but not something you’d... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita

Rhode Island ‘clear broth chowda’ a perfect base for clam chowder three ways

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

When the weath-er gets crisp in the fall, I crave my mother’s clam chowder. The rivalry on the East Coast is fierce over the proper way to make clam chowder; so fierce, in fa... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita

Fine small-batch cask-aged spirits now at Vom Fass specialty food store

For the past two years in its Ghirardelli Square location, Vom Fass has offered its award-winning natural and organic olive oils, nut and seed oils, and old-world cask-aged vinegar... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita

Pasta alla Norma

Sicilian-style pasta with eggplant and tomatoes
By Susan Dyer Reynolds

The sleepy, hill-surrounded area of South San Jose where my stepmother Kickie lives is suddenly hot property — thousands of new apartments surrounded by shiny shopping centers, C... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita

How to make perfect eggs every time

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

When it comes to recipes and cooking, I get more questions and comments about eggs than anything else. Though even the great French chefs of today can’t confirm it, legend ha... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita, Recipes

Impress holiday guests with elegant, decadent beef Wellington

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

There are certain main courses synonymous with specific holidays — turkey for Thanksgiving, ham for Easter, prime rib for Christmas — and I’ve made them all. A few years ... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita, Recipes

Winter squash: Perfect for the holidays and beyond

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

I say this every year but I’ll say it again: Fall is my favorite time of year, and one of my favorite fall ingredients is the glorious bounty of winter squash. These recipes ... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita

Have the guts (to try cooking with guts)

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

During summers spent in Rhode Island, I remember awakening to the slightly rancid smell of tripe (cow stomach) boiling on the back burner. My Sicilian grandfather was a huge believ... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita, Recipes

One-pot braised chicken recipes for quick weeknight dinners

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

People often ask for my favorite chicken recipes, but truth be told, I didn’t eat a lot of chicken growing up, mostly seafood, pasta and vegetables, which is what my mom was ... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita, Recipes

Fat that’s good for you — what’s sexier than that for Valentine’s dinner?

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

If you’re thinking of making dinner for that special someone for Valentine’s Day this year instead of eating out, you’ll want to be sure the meal is restaurant quality. Becau... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita, Recipes

Impress your guests with simple, satisfying popovers and Yorkshire pudding

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

Whether your family passes Pillsbury crescents or brown-and-serve rolls, the bready part of a holiday dinner is often woefully neglected. For some reason, people think making crava... Read More
La Deliziosa Vita, Recipes

Butternut squash risotto and rutabaga-carrot mash

By Susan Dyer Reynolds

Fall is my favorite time of year, and Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday (it’s like Christmas without all the hustle, bustle and hassle). Many cooks prefer the seasonal boun... Read More

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