Why do people who live in New York City eat out at restaurants so often? One major reason is often the size of our kitchens. The kitchen in my apartment is about 5' by 7', stuffed with cabinets, a refrigerator, stove, sink, and modest counter space, leaving a floor area of about 5' by 28". Two people can fit in my kitchen, but it's best if they have an intimate relationship before attempting the feat. So, one of the pleasures of Deirdre's house in the Catskills is the roomy kitchen (although it's probably still pretty small by contemporary suburban standards). As obsessive readers of this blog may recall, I revealed my curiosity about a new technique for baking bread reported in the New York Times . That very same issue of the "Dining In" section also included a vegetarian crepe recipe (with roasted cauliflower, parsnips, and leeks) that intrigued Deirdre. These, we knew, were probably "Roscoe recipes." Shortly after these articles appeared, our friend Sarah emailed to say she was eager Read More...