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BEYOND THE CORK

Napa Valley needs no introduction. For wine enthusiasts, its name alone conjures up the image of relaxing days spent visiting sun-dappled vineyards. Yet, recent additions to the Napa scene are sure to entice enthusiasts of all sorts from bikers and hikers to culinary adventurers, even teetotalers. My sister and I recently met in Napa to

OMAN—THE HEIGHT OF LUXURY

On the southeast coast of the Arabian Peninsula, where the Persian Gulf meets the Arabian Sea, is found the earthly paradise of Oman. In ancient times, Oman was renowned for its frankincense, fishing, and metalworking. Now, its spectacular landscapes, rich culture, and heartfelt hospitality have made the country a must for discerning travelers. The late

AN ITALIAN RENAISSANCE

Imagine, for a moment, that the Fates—pushy little deities that they are—somehow persuaded you to take a totally different career path. Let’s say that you, wholly ignoring common sense and financial prudence, decided you were born to cook and run restaurants for a living. And, by some miracle, you defied the odds and hit it

BRITISH PICNIC HAM PIES

Sunny June Saturdays just beg for excursions. Whether hiking, biking, or boating through the woodlands, it’s the right time for a good long wander followed by a celebratory picnic! These British-style picnic pies put me in mind of a storied Wind in the Willows repast with loyal Mole, adventurous Ratty, and the intractable Toad. Both

THE CUBANO (PRESSED GRILLED HAM, SWISS & PICKLE SANDWICH)

Cuban immigrants to Tampa and Key West who came to work in the cigar industry are credited with the creation of this perfect grilled ham and cheese, although exact provenance is a little hazy. There are records of it being a worker’s lunch in Cuba first, where it would have been made with Cuban bread

FALL-OFF-THE-BONE ROSEMARY, GARLIC, AND MUSTARD PORK ROAST

Low and slow. There is no better way to cook a nice, big pork shoulder roast—one that you have marinated in a delicious rub of garlic, rosemary, mustard, and miso. At 250 degrees, the oven seems barely on. But as the hours pass, four … six … seven, the house fills with the most delicious

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