Francesco’s Linguine – Cheers to New Chapters

The secret to life is the daily reinvention of the self. Every day that isn’t a default loop tour through the same old choices and scenes is indeed a new day. It will be new whether or not you make it new, so as Auntie Marion once hauntingly whispered in my ear when I told […]

Linguine with Shrimp and Saffron Sauce

There are delicacies in my mother’s kitchen beyond compare. This dish is one:   Linguine with Shrimp and Saffron Sauce Adapted from Gourmet by Andie Ellis 1/8 tsp crumbled saffron threads ½ cup white wine 1/3 pound dried linguine (or spaghetti, like we used) 2 tsp turmeric 2 tbsp oil (we always use olive) ½ […]