Linda’s Tips and Travel Notes

Juanita Plana and daughter, Ana, give tips on cooking with kids and their Mixed Berry Smoothie and Orange Ricotta Crepes and summer picnic ideas.

Danny Devito, famed actor/producer opens DeVito South Beach restaurant with a special Last Supper for the Sopranos cast. Also, an Italian-American Shrimp Scampi recipe.

On a recent trip to Jordan I was amazed by the modern city of Amman and the ancient beautifully, preserved sites throughout the country. A trip to the wholesale produce market and restaurants showcased the rich and varied cuisine of the area.

Linda Gassenheimer interviewed Chef Boulud, considered one of the top 10 chefs in the world. Read about this culinary icon and try the recipe for his spiced chicken one-pot Sunday Supper. Also, Miami Herald wine columnist, Fred Tasker’s, Boulud wine suggestions.

Have you ever tried a new recipe that didn’t work? How do you know in advance if it’s a good recipe? Food sleuth and culinary expert, Shirley Corriher, solves our cooking and baking problems.