Norman Kolpas
Contributor
Norman Kolpas - Photo by Henry Cobbold
I've been writing about lifestyle topics–including food, travel, art, design, books, theater, and movies–since the mid-1970s.
During that time, I've published more than 40 books (including best-sellers like Pasta Presto, Pasta Light, and the recently published Fearless Gourmet and Practically Useless Information: Food and Drink); edited many, many more (including titles in the Williams-Sonoma series); and written many hundreds of articles for top magazines (including Bon Appetit, Sunset, Southwest Art, and Home).
In everything I write, I try to share my enjoyment of the everyday pleasures life offers to anyone who has the inclination to seek them out. Feel free to Google "Norman Kolpas" to read or find out more about what I've published.
Latest Articles
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What to Eat in Spanish or Portuguese Restaurants
Want to know the best dishes to order when dining in a Spanish restaurant or Portuguese restaurant? Be sure to try one or more of these classics for a great meal.
Feb 14, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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How to Read a Fortune in Turkish Coffee Grounds
It's easy and fun to tell fortunes by reading the patterns left in the grounds from a cup of Turkish coffee. Follow these simple steps to read Turkish coffee grounds.
Feb 11, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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How to Tell if Meat is Done
To tell if a steak, chop, or other meat or poultry is cooked to taste. follow these simple guidelines-using an instant-read thermometer or an old-fashioned chef's trick.
Feb 9, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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What is a Club Steak? A Guide to Steak Names
Don't know what a Chateaubriand steak, a Porterhouse steak, a flat iron steak, or a hanger steak is? This handy guide explains the names and qualities of popular steaks.
Feb 6, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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What Wine to Serve with Asian Food
Wine lovers are often confused when trying to order wine in Asian restaurants. Follow these simple guidelines and suggestions for successful food-and-wine pairings.
Feb 4, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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Vegetarian Cajun Red Beans Recipe
Louisiana's famed red beans and rice usually includes smoked ham hock or andouille sausage. But this flavorful vegetarian recipe omits the meat and adds spicy chilies.
Feb 4, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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Trader Joe's Reduced-Guilt Filet of Sole: Review
The heated dish looks nowhere near as appealing as its box photo. But this seafood main course in Trader Joe's Reduced-Guilt line satisfies and tastes surprisingly good.
Feb 4, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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A Guide to British Cuisine
This A-to-Z guide to classic dishes from England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland proves that there are plenty of good reasons to enjoy great British cooking.
Feb 2, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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Hot Chocolate Recipes with Alcohol
For Valentine's Day or at any time of year, adding spirits to a good cup of hot chocolate creates a warming drink adults can enjoy together. Try these five great recipes.
Feb 2, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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Easy Mushroom Chili Recipe
For a satisfying, hearty, meaty-tasting chili that will satisfy vegetarians and meat eaters alike, try substituting chopped mushrooms for the meat in chili con carne.
Feb 1, 2010
- Norman Kolpas
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