It is extremely difficult for younger generations to buy a first home. Even with a higher-than-average income, it’s often impossible to swing it.

I have ham and eggs at least 3 times a week. This is just a basic ham and eggs. Simple, good ingredients and delicious!

Perfect dish during a nor'easter when winds are blowing up to 75 mph. Had this with my parents on a cozy night with our whale oil lanterns flickering.

I have been working on this recipe for a long time. I've looked at a bunch of recipes and have finally found a concoction that I find delicious!

A great, classic, Spanish Rice recipe to go with any tacos or enchiladas.

This is a great short ribs recipe for a cozy winter night. These short ribs are sure to delight all of your guests!

My mother's Shrimp Creole is a family favorite. Shrimp stock, pureed tomatoes, and peppers come together to make an excellent, easy dish.

This is a classic chuck Pot Roast recipe for any day of the week. It takes very little effort, but results in a juicy, tender fall-off-the fork meat.

These kabobs can be made ahead. They are a unique, fun, and an easy way to impress your guests!

Lamb chops are insane when grilled over charcoal. The fat crisps up with delicious flavor. Set atop green beans dressed with greek dressing, cherry tomatoes and feta, this dish screams to be made on a lovely summer night.

Two of my favorite luxurious Scottish Highland Hotels in Glencoe and Inverness that are so down-to-earth, you feel as though you are staying at your own private residence.

The bacon gives this creamy tomato sauce the slightest sweetened smokiness. This is a great all-around dish for anytime you're feeling like going to an Italian American restaurant but want to spend the night in.

This shrimp, cooked in a creamy sherry sauce would work perfectly paired with some angel hair pasta. It's tangy, and so utterly delicious.

This is an Italian-American style tomato sauce that can be put on your favorite dishes from Spaghetti and Meatballs to Eggplant Parmesan!

One of the best meatball dishes I've ever had was at Al Forno in Providence, Rhode Island. I am still in the process of perfecting my meatballs. It is a continuous process.

My Mother started making Beef Wellington for me when I was still in high school. I love the delicious rare meat with the duxelles juxtaposed against the flaky but tender puff pastry.

Published in: NY Table, New York Sits Down to Dinner, The Counter. John McFadden Jr., owner of Staubitz Market⏤the oldest butcher store in New York City⏤recounts his journey to being a butcher and the future of his business.

Manchester, Vermont is a quiet mountain town with some great restaurants and shops in its downtown that lend to a wonderful day of eating and shopping.

Stowe and Waterbury are very different due to contrasting histories. While Stowe is a long-time famous ski resort town, up and coming Waterbury boasts some of the best restaurants in New England.

It is definitely manageable to experience these four places in one weekend as they are all neighboring towns. I have picked out some of my favorite places to go when in the area.

When Salmon is cooked correctly it is absolutely delectable. Unfortunately, so many restaurants over cook it. This method is tried and true, giving you that crispy skin, and moist flakey layers of fish. I add a little sesame oil, Tamari, garlic and ginger to the spinach and quinoa, giving it…

A lightened up meatball recipe with lean chuck served on top of a fresh salad. I make these meatballs when I'm looking for a lower calorie option.

I loved hearing my grandmother’s stories of how she acquired recipes, especially my favorites. This is one of my favorite recipes of all time. It is Nana’s recipe right out of the 1960s when Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup and casseroles reigned supreme. Chicken, minute rice, onions and some Campbell’s…

The production of sherry has been shaped by architecture as well as the economic, social and urban history of Jerez de la Frontera in Spain.

My favorite towns in Vermont that you can easily see in one week without feeling rushed.

A healthy, yet scrumptious dish for any occasion. The sauce that results carries the flavors of the chicken, the earthy mushrooms and bright red peppers.

There are periods during the year when I really take the time to eat in a way that makes my body feel good. These recipes do just that!

This is most certainly my favorite dish. Lobster Fra Diavlo is an addiction for me. I love the flavor the lobster shells give the sauce. It's finger-licking good.

Spaghetti alle Vongole is close to my soul. The spaghetti is lightly dressed in this flavored oil, creating a delicious complement to the fresh clams.

Published in: NY Table | Ira Stolzenburg, the oldest vendor of the Essex Street Market has decided not to make the move to the new, controversial marketplace.