Cooking with Karen Crouse

Cooking with Karen Crouse

by | Nov 6, 2023 | EAT, EAT Feature

Bread pudding’s origin dates to the 11th century in England as a use for stale bread so it would not go to waste. It has since graced the menus of fine restaurants around the globe. My recipe is a fusion of simple ingredients and easy techniques I have experimented...
Eiko’s New Menu Reveal

Eiko’s New Menu Reveal

by | Nov 6, 2023 | EAT, EAT Feature

Eiko’s Modern Japanese Cuisine is a favorite of Napa locals, with Chef Takeki Noma sending out a stream of exceptional dishes from his kitchen daily. The restaurant’s menu is expansive: Japanese tapas, signature “sushi” rolls, assorted tempura, and mouthwatering...
Chef Stefano Masanti

Chef Stefano Masanti

by | Nov 6, 2023 | EAT, EAT Feature

Fifteen-time Michelin Star Chef Stefano Masanti’s future was preordained at eight when he asked his parents for a chef’s jacket for Christmas. His father, Franco, bought the smallest jacket he could find, and his grandmother, Elsa, tailored it to fit him perfectly....
Heritage Fire

Heritage Fire

by | Aug 20, 2023 | EAT, EAT Feature

Cooking over a fire infuses flavors like none other; the char sear seals in juices for a mouthwatering experience that is always a pleasure. Heritage Fire is an outdoor event that takes the quintessential backyard pastime to the next delicious level, featuring...
Chill Out This Summer

Chill Out This Summer

by | Jun 15, 2023 | EAT, EAT Feature

Here’s the scoop. Just about everyone has a sweet tooth, and as the warm summer temperatures start to climb, it’s time for ice cream. When it comes to cool, sweet treats, Napa Valley cafés offer artisanal treats, including creamy, handmade, organic ice cream, decadent...