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Pascale Beale
Chef, teacher and food writer, Pascale Beale, owner of Pascale’s Kitchen, grew up in an eccentric European family who cherish food, wine and the arts. She is the author of 10 Mediterranean-style cookbooks, including the best sellers Salade and Salade II. Her food memoir, 9’ x 12’: Adventures in a Small Kitchen, a multi-media book, is hosted on Substack. Her latest cookbook is Flavour: Savouring the Seasons.
Stories
23 contributions
The Thief Who Set the Table
Pascale Beale shares an autumn menu of onion galette, roasted Cornish hens, pear chutney and poached pears.
When the Ingredient Does the Cooking
Pascale Beale reflects on the beauty of seasonal cooking, where extraordinary ingredients need little more than olive oil, salt, herbs or a thoughtful contrast.…
Spring Winds in a California Kitchen
Pascale Beale connects the winds that shape California’s landscape with the ways food, farming and generosity shape community life. The piece reflects on seasonal…
The Rituals of Dinner
A reflection on the cultural and personal rituals that shape meals across generations, from global holiday traditions to intimate family customs. The essay highlights…
Al Fresco: The Pleasures of Gathering Outdoors
Inspired by sunshine and summer produce, Pascale Beale reflects on the joy of spontaneous outdoor gatherings. Recipes include peach crostini, fresh pasta with pesto…
The Germ of an Idea
A simple jar of flour and water launched a lifelong love affair with sourdough for Pascale Beale—and helped cultivate new bakers across the country.
The Pleasure of Gatherings
An ode to the love of gathering, this article explores the transformative power of shared meals. From intimate dinners to festive feasts, discover how…
Belonging… and a Bag of Lentils
A chance encounter with French lentils at a farmers market sparked a reflection on belonging. Food, community, and shared traditions create a bridge between…
Nourished by Nature
Pascale Beale reflects on the flavors of fresh apricots and local honey, transporting her back to her grandmother’s kitchen, where she first learned the…
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