
Saffron Grows in Maine
Local farmers are learning how to grow this expensive, exotic spice

Local farmers are learning how to grow this expensive, exotic spice


Understanding the slippery issues around responsible seafood management



Edible experiences abound at this historic castle on the sea


Fill a glass with ice. Pour ¼ cup of saffron syrup (from Pear and Blue Cheese Salad with Saffron Vinaigrette) over the ice. Fill the glass

Reserve excess risotto to make Arancini.

While this broth is made with lobster, its sweet taste and vibrant color will be a good addition to any brothy seafood dish, from classic

Arancini is an Italian snack made from leftover risotto. The recipe is a simple one. Take 2 tablespoons of cold Lobster, Fennel, and Saffron Risotto

This recipe makes plenty of vinaigrette, so if you have extra, toss it with cooked whole grains and serve the combination with grilled or poached

This is a recipe loosely adapted from Yotam Ottolenghi’s and Sami Tamimi’s cookbook Jerusalem, from which I cook all the dishes I serve for Easter


Do Ahead: Make a batch of our Dill Cream Cheese!