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August 2016

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Cooks 2016

The Cooks Issue In this issue of “Cooks” you’ll find out what former state legislator Wendy Davis cooks at home and what musical legend Ray

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Beans

Often, the simplest foods, such as rice and beans, are the ones that daunt us—many people end up buying them either precooked or canned, respectively.

Infusing with Extracts

My garden is producing the most abundant aromas with basil, oregano and mint taking over whole rows. I live alone and don’t cook as often

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Carrie Fountain and Kirk Lynn

When you’re from New Mexico, there’s really only one important question ever asked: “Red or green?” We’re talking about sauce, and there are actually three

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Amy Corbin

“I have no idea what I’m going to cook!” says well-known C3 Presents music promoter, Amy Corbin. “But I pride myself on being able to

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Seela Misra

You’d never know it from her masterful stage presence—which somehow manages to be simultaneously beatific and witty—but Seela Misra gets a little anxious when she

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A&K Woodworking And Design

If woodworkers Amanda McKeever and Khiem Nguyen were to open a restaurant, there’s no doubt that the decorating theme would be a fusion of midcentury

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Curry

Many don’t realize that curry is neither a specific spice blend nor a dish in its own right. In the 17th century, when the British

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Grae Nonas and Chiai Matsumoto

Editor’s Note: Grae Nonas recently announced that he’s relocating to Minneapolis to open Tullibee, a new hotel restaurant focused on Nordic-styled fare. Plans for the

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Wendy Davis

Walking into former Texas State Senator Wendy Davis’ kitchen is like walking into light—wide windows, her breathtakingly brilliant smile…it’s a moment to savor. And watching

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Ray Benson

Ray Benson has a great kitchen. It’s not fancy, mind you, yet it’s admirably equipped. He also has nine Grammys—ranging from best instrumentals to best