By Paul Clarke September 24, 2026 As thousands of bars and hospitality venues worldwide once again roll out the crimson carpets for Negroni Week, the cocktail canon finds itself dominated by the unmistakable, bittersweet allure of one iconic drink. Across the globe, an astronomical number of Negronis—alongside an evolving family…
CULINARY ARTS & LIFESTYLE — As the autumn chill deepens and the winter months approach, beverage enthusiasts and home bartenders alike begin turning their attention toward comforting, warming libations. While wine shines brilliantly on its own or tossed into a refreshing summer spritzer, few seasonal creations evoke the cozy nostalgia…
NEW YORK — In the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary home cooking, few culinary voices carry the weight, warmth, and reliable ingenuity of Deb Perelman, the creative force behind the globally adored food blog and brand Smitten Kitchen. Known for meticulously testing recipes in her notoriously compact Manhattan kitchen, Perelman has…
Main Facts In the vast landscape of culinary blogging, few recipes achieve genuine legendary status. Among them is the quintessential strawberry shortcake—a dessert that historically bridged the gap between heavy, biscuit-based winter pastries and light, refreshing summer fruit dishes. Recently, popular food writer and recipe developer Deb Perelman, the creative…
Main Facts: The Evolution of an Iconic Aperitivo The classic Negroni—a sacrosanct trinity of gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari—has long served as a canvas for bartenders around the globe. While traditionalists tinker endlessly with the proportions and components of the red standard, a lighter, more herbaceous sibling has captured the…
Main Facts For home cooks who associate culinary ambition with from-scratch complexity, the latest dispatch from the celebrated food blog Smitten Kitchen comes with a tongue-in-cheek disclaimer. Debuting her very first hot dog-centric post, creator Deb Perelman clarifies immediately that she is not teaching readers how to grind meat, manage…
Main Facts: Redefining the Summer Staple In the landscape of American culinary discourse, few figures command as much respect for "from-scratch" authenticity as Deb Perelman of Smitten Kitchen. Known for demystifying complex processes—ranging from homemade cream cheese to Bronx-style bagels—Perelman recently pivoted to a more accessible, yet technically refined, approach…
