Summer berries have a brief season here on the North Fork. June’s sun-ripened strawberries soon give way to tangy blueberries and delicate raspberries. To honor their fleeting stay, I serve them raw or cook with just enough heat to enhance their flavor while preserving their freshness. For longer cooking pies or cobblers, pair them with […]
by Alison Boyd-Savage Sharing a platter of delicious tea sandwiches on a beautiful warm day is perfect summer. June is the best time to visit the local farmstands for the freshest eggs, asparagus ,greens and herbs. Everything can be prepared ahead, leaving you to enjoy the blooms and birdsong in the garden with your good […]
by Alison Boyd-Savage Sformato, a delectable savory custard popular in Italy, is an ideal appetizer or light lunch. It’s also the perfect showcase for local produce. Vibrant green spinach has the depth of flavor to really pack a punch. You can repeat this dish throughout the summer with whatever is in season, and once you […]
by Alison Boyd-Savage The brutal winter of 2025/26 will certainly be one for the history books. The bleak weather outside calls for sustaining food enjoyed in the comfort of our homes. As a break from traditional wine-based stews, I have taken inspiration from the French apple growing capital of Normandy, to create a hearty dish […]
When the temperature drops below freezing, I crave a comforting bowl of chicken soup. I am not thinking of the traditional, homey kind, but something bright and aromatic and slightly spicy. If it includes rice noodles, then it’s all the better. A recent bout of the dreaded winter flu left me longing for my favorite […]
by Alison Boyd Savage I like to ease gently into the New Year. There is nothing worse than facing the darkest depths of winter with a set of self-imposed restrictions that are guaranteed to pile on the misery. I am in favor of things that will add more joy to my existence. Getting out in […]
by Alison Boyd-Savage When we moved to the East End in the late eighties, we were taken under the welcoming wing of the Zelinski family in Southampton. Since that happy meeting, we have not spent a single holiday on our own. Over decades of warm friendship, we have been included in every family celebration, including […]
By Alison Boyd-Savage When the last of the glorious North Fork peaches have disappeared from the farmstands, local pears show up as a sweet consolation prize. They come in many varieties and generally stick around until Thanksgiving. The pairing of pears and chocolate is always a hit, which inspired me to create an irresistible upside-down […]
by Alison Boyd-Savage I am so happy to see the return of Delicata squash at the local farmstands. These little beauties are at their best early in the season, with tender skin and sweet juicy flesh. They need little enhancement beyond a quick roast in the oven with sea salt and olive oil. Dress them […]
By Alison Boyd-Savage Tomato season will soon be a fleeting memory. With the deadline looming, I headed to Hodun Farms in Calverton where luscious U-pick tomatoes at bargain prices attract hordes of diehard canners from as far afield as Brooklyn and Queens. One couple, who were making their second trip, loaded up their truck with […]