Erin Cates

There’s a moment in every cook’s journey when they realize that a dish they’ve labored over, no matter how close to the original, is still missing something. For me, that moment came with Ethiopian food. I had mastered homemade injera, perfected my…

The Transformative Magic of Time and Heat Black garlic isn’t just fermented—it’s alchemy. Through weeks of controlled heat, raw garlic transforms into something utterly unrecognizable: sweet, complex, and umami-rich, with the texture of soft caramel…

If Miami had a VIP list, W South Beach would be on it—probably at the top, sipping a handcrafted cocktail poolside while looking impossibly effortless. This isn’t just a hotel; it’s a sensory experience wrapped in sleek design, impeccable service,…

Whether cucumber season gives you thoughts of cucumber water on a hot day or conjures up childhood memories of cucumber sandwiches with the crusts cut off, now is the time for this humble vegetable to step into the spotlight. And for me, that means…

There’s something magical about the delicate floral notes of lavender—it transforms everyday drinks into something elegant and memorable. Making lavender simple syrup is incredibly easy, and once you have a bottle on hand, you’ll find endless ways to…

"We don't sit in rocking chairs waiting for death." That's what Koo told me when I asked how she stays so active at 80, always busy with activities around Bay St. Louis, volunteering, or simply soaking up everything this Gulf Coast town has to offer.…