Eating in Paris

David blogs his way through Paris, embracing wining, dining, and a magically slenderizing manner of thinking that just may offset all the foie gras, fromage, and frites.

Homemade Duck Stock

David tries his hand--and The One's patience--at making a luxuriously rich, make-you-go-wobbly-in-the-knees duck stock. And he succeeds, on all counts.

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A Very AARP Valentine’s Day

David muses about what his life would be like had he not met The One all those years ago. (Hint: He's MUCH better off with The One.)

Nutella: My Not So Secret Love

Food is rarely just about the actual food. David Leite recounts one of his food obsessions and the fond memories attached to it.

P is for…Paris. And Peace.

In Paris, David finds pastries, passion, and peace. Think of it as an emotional travelogue with dining recommendations.

What I Miss About Portugal

There's a lot to miss in Portugal. For David it's this market woman, a beloved figure in the Alfama district, who knew one of his secrets.

If I Were a Mother

These Mother's Day recipes are the kind of dishes any mother would love to have delivered to her, especially if she's still in bed. Just ask David.

He’s the Reason You’re Fat

Ever wonder why you can't lose weight? It's not for lack of resolve or willpower. It's because some Roman king long ago decided to mess with the calendar.

When Food Doesn’t Heal

The idea that food can heal all was tested when David cooked for a family member, hoping to help, to persuade, to no avail.

Singing Grocery List

Singing your grocery list may sound odd, but as David found out, paper lists get lost but a musical ditty lives forever and ever and ever.

How to Grill Steak

To grill the perfect steak, David turned to grill master Jamie Purviance for essential tricks and tactics. Ever since then, he's been grilling masterfully and sighing contentedly. You will, too.

Where You Going? Barcelona? Oh.

David recounts the misery of a lunatic cab driver, a broken down train, a snarky airline rep, and the joy of traveling coach on his way to Barcelona.

I Have Taken a Lover, the iPad

After taking the iPad for a spin in the kitchen testing recipes, David isn't only smitten, but convinced the it could change cookbook publishing forever.

Okay, It’s Not All About Me

After winning the IACP's First Book/Julia Child Award for the New Portuguese Table, David has a moment of uncommon modesty and thoughtful reflection.