Clark’s Corner on J Street in Sacramento suddenly closed in 2015. They made the best Brussels sprouts with bacon, capers and apple vinaigrette. I’ve tried to re-create it, but it just wasn’t the same.

1. Cut the bacon in thin slices crosswise and combine with the minced shallot in a medium pot. Place over medium heat and cook just until the shallot softens and the bacon frizzles (you don’t want it ...

As rain and wind wash over Southeast like a river, and leaves fall off the alder, and the berry bushes wilt, I start thinking about chowder. Fall reminds me of cupping my hands around a bowl of warm ...

3. Bring to a boil. Once they open, add the celeriac chowder puree 4. Bring puree mix to a boil, add salmon, halibut, shrimp, potato and carrots ...