Andy Baraghani
Former BA senior food editor. When Andy is not developing and testing recipes, he can be found at garage or estate sells and flea markets in search of objects to clutter his apartment. He has an extensive collection of mortar and pestles that he is very proud of. Spirit food: Salt-packed anchovies, bottarga, fish sauce…basically anything that packs a wallop of umami. andybaraghani.com
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How to Spend a Big Fat Pride Weekend in New York City
From a next-gen gay bar to a Cali-Latin eatery (with a Jennifer Lopez–themed bathroom), these are some of Andy Baraghani’s favorite queer-owned and -operated businesses.
Recipes
Glazy Barbecued Summer Squash
The crosshatch pattern isn’t just for show (even though it does look cool)!
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Garlicky Grilled Squid with Marinated Peppers
As if grilled squid that's tender in the middle and charred on the exterior weren't good enough, we're pairing it with smoky bell peppers and a lemony herb salad.
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Grilled Salt-and-Pepper Black Bass with Curry Verde
If you can learn how to cook a whole fish, you'll have summer's most impressive dinner in your back pocket.
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Grilled Shrimp With Turmeric Mojo Sauce
Shrimp, unlike chicken or steak, can take on the flavors of a bright, acidic marinade in minutes, making it a good choice for last-minute grilling.
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Grilled Scallops With Nori, Ginger, and Lime
We always seek out dry scallops, which will sear and caramelize better. Ask your fishmonger before you buy—it really makes a difference.
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Clams With Spicy Tomato Broth and Garlic Mayo
If you don't have a grill, don't sweat it: Just heat the cast-iron skillet over medium on your stovetop. Inside or out, you’ll still have buttery clams to enjoy.
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7 Recipes For a Truly Flavorful Lebanese Feast
From a smoky eggplant dip studded with pomegranate seeds to seven-spice grilled lamb chops, you won’t want to make just one of these special regional dishes.
Culture
Kamal Mouzawak Is Lebanon’s Celebrated Restaurateur-Hotelier-Humanitarian
With his network of restaurants, B&B’s, and Beirut’s first farmers’ market, the entrepreneur aims to showcase the diversity of Lebanese cuisine, and support the women who make it.
Recipes
Simple and Citrusy Asparagus Stir-Fry
The trick to this citrusy stir-fry is to get your pan roaring hot before adding the ingredients.
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CBD Lemon and Black Sesame Semifreddo
To make sure your semifreddo is more sweet than savory, start with ⅛ tsp. CBD oil if it's particularly strong.
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CBD Mango Smoothie
Mangoes and turmeric contain vitamins and antioxidants that are said to help brighten dull skin.
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Chicken Meatballs in Spring Vegetable Broth
For this soup recipe, we skipped browning the meatballs and poached them instead. This will keep them very tender and their flavor light, which is ideal for this seasonal dish.
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Spring Minestrone
With leeks, fennel, sugar snap peas, and English peas, this soup is perfect for ushering in spring.
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How to Cook Chicken Like Our Favorite New York Restaurants
The chefs behind The Fly, Hart’s, and Cervo’s deliver 5 new, knock-out recipes for chicken we want to eat all. the. time.
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Brothy Pasta with Chickpeas
The healthyish comfort food recipe you won't be able to get enough of.
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Spiced Lamb Tagine
You don’t need a tagine, a conical earthenware pot typically from Morocco, to make this warming, fragrant, tender lamb stew.
Culture
Andy Baraghani Is Living For Mortars and Masks Right Now
We’re very on board with our senior food editor’s current obsessions.
Recipes
Spicy Mushroom Larb
Don’t even think about tossing, stirring, or shaking that pan until the mushrooms are golden brown and crisp.
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Sesame Noodles with Crispy Tofu
The trick to this recipe is using the pan sauce as a base for the sesame noodles.