Kathy Martin has been The Miami Herald's food editor since 1995. Under her tenure, the Food & Dining section has been recognized as one of the nation's best by the Association of Food Journalists. She was honored by the Florida Dietetic Association for stories promoting good nutrition, and has judged numerous cooking competitions including the Pillsbury Bake-Off. Her food career has also encompassed books, as co-author of Mmmmiami: Tempting Tropical Tastes for Home Cooks Everywhere (Henry Holt) and an editor of cookbooks including A Taste of Old Cuba by Maria Josefa de Lluria O'Higgins (HarperCollins). She has a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University. Kathy grew up on a small Wisconsin dairy farm in a family of good cooks, and enjoys making dinner most nights for her husband and, when they're home, their two grown sons.
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The Miami Herald's Kathy Martin answers your questionsMost Recently Answered Questions
Questions 16 - 35 of 298 (Page 2 of 16)Submitted by Tamara Zamora from Miami, Florida
Q: Last night I took some out of town guests to sample Miami Spice and we chose Pascal's on Ponce. Among other things, once we told our waiter we wanted the Miami Spice menu, we were rudely and noticeably ignored (there were only 2 other couples in the restaurant). Finally, we decided to get up and leave. Can I report the incident to anyone [the sponsors of Miami Spice]? Thank you.
Answered 09/24/09 17:09:50 by Kathy Martin
A: Miami Spice is sponsored by The Miami Convention and Visitors' Bureau. First, though, you should speak to the restaurant's chef-owner, Pascal Oudin. He's a very reputable person, and I'm sure he'll want to know that his waiter handled things so poorly.Submitted by Danielle from Miami, FL
Q: We are gearing up for the annual Miami Greek Festival at St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church on Kendall Dr. on N. Kendall Drive. It will run from Nov. 20-22. Would you be interested in running any articles that include recipes for traditional Greek dishes and pastries that we serve? The festival is a long-running tradition in our community that the public loves/anticipates each year... Thanks!
Answered 09/24/09 17:07:15 by Kathy Martin
A: Thanks for thinking of us. I won't be able to do a big story that week as the section will be devoted to Thanksgiving, but we'll do out best to let people know about it. In early November, send details to me at kmartin@miamiherald.com as well as to our listings desk, newscalendar@miamiherald.com. You should also contact the editor of the Neighbors section that covers your area.Submitted by Ruth Peak from Key Largo, FL
Q: Looking through your recipes, you reference Amazing Baked Potatoes -- I can't find this on your website -- -- I've clicked, I've searched, I've done everything. help!
Answered 09/23/09 14:35:58 by Kathy Martin
A: I'm sorry you have trouble finding that recipe. I'm just catching up from being away. That reference, in the Desperation Dinners column, was to the columnists' own website, www.kitchenscoop.com. Here's a link to what appears to be the specific recipe: http://kitchenscoop.com/recipes/overstuffed-twice-baked-potatoes/Submitted by Rosemary Kurzban from 401 Ocen Dr.
Q: I am searching for a receipe for a chocolate pistacio marble cake that appeared on the box of Jello pistacio pudding mix some time ago.
Answered 09/23/09 14:26:01 by Kathy Martin
A: That's a great question for our Cook's Corner columnist, Linda Cicero: lcicero@miamiherald.com.Submitted by Teresa C. Loyola from Miami FL
Q: Recipe for Peach cake by Mss. Cicero Thank very Much
Answered 09/23/09 14:25:05 by Kathy Martin
A: Linda Cicero's email address is lcicero@miamiherald.com.Submitted by Alma Shaffer from Knoxville, TN
Q: Any chance of obtaining a recipe for coleslaw like Pumperniks on S. Dixie Highway used to serve? My mom is quite elderly, it's one of the few foods she asks for. Thank you
Answered 09/23/09 14:24:21 by Kathy Martin
A: Your best bet is to query our official recipe sleuth, Cook's Corner columnist Linda Cicero, at lcicero@miamiherald.com.Submitted by anna from west yorkshire , uk
Q: Hi Kathy I just wanted to know what the calorie and fat content of Jamaican coconut drops/Grater cake is. Many thanks
Answered 09/23/09 14:23:28 by Kathy Martin
A: I'm afraid I can't help with that.Submitted by Anna T.
Q: What exactly does a food editor do?
Answered 09/23/09 14:22:59 by Kathy Martin
A: I plan and edit stories for the Thursday food section. I also edit stories for other Tropical Life sections during the week, including Saturday.Submitted by Kathy Martin from The Miami Herald
Q: This isn't a question but rather a note to readers.
Answered 08/27/09 22:50:32 by Kathy Martin
A: I'll be out of the office until Sept. 16. I won't be able to respond to your questions until I return.Submitted by Alma Shaffer from Knoxville, TN
Q: Any chance of obtaining a recipe for coleslaw like Pumpernicks served years ago? My mom is quite ill and elderly and it's one of the foods she'd love to have. Thanks
Answered 08/27/09 22:47:59 by Kathy Martin
A: Your best bet is to email our Cook's Corner columnist, Linda Cicero, at lcicero@miamiherald.com.Submitted by Celeste from Richmond, Virginia
Q: Hi, I'm actually looking for a person, not a food question, sorry. Have you ever had an employee named Brenda D'Alfarro (not sure of the spelling of the last name). I ran into her husband, Jorge, eight or nine years ago here in Virginia where they used to live, and thought he said she was working there for the Food Editor. I'd like very much to get in touch with her to tell her some sad news about someone she used to know here in Virginia, thanks.
Answered 08/27/09 22:47:33 by Kathy Martin
A: Sorry I can't help. I've been the food editor for 14 years and have never worked with anyone by that name. There are only 2 Brendas in our staff director and neither has a last name anything like D'Alfarro.Submitted by Harold C. from Hollywood, FL
Q: I'm looking for a store that sells Mexican products (Oaxacan cheese and Mexican crema specifically as well as an herb called papalo). Do you know where I can find these? Thank you, Harold
Answered 08/21/09 11:25:55 by Kathy Martin
A: Sedanos is a good bet. There's one at 2319 North 60th Ave., Hollywood; 954-986-9281.Submitted by Ron Irwin from Miami Lakes
Q: How long will food stay fresh in your freezer?
Answered 08/21/09 11:17:42 by Kathy Martin
A: Food will not spoil in the freezer, but over time it loses quality. (The primary culprit is freezer "burn", which is actually moisture loss.) The standard advice is to use frozen foods within 3 months, but I've gone way past that deadline on occasion without ill effect.Submitted by Ivette from Coral Gables,
Q: Hi Kathy: Thanks for your answer, on the royal icing. The recipe is missing something 1/4 cup of ? water, milk ? Thanks
Answered 08/14/09 10:26:45 by Kathy Martin
A: So sorry; it's 1/4 cup water.Submitted by Colleen from Frederic Wi
Q: Kathy, It is cucumber season here in Wisconsin. So many cucumber recipes call for the cukes to be sliced, salted and drained before using. Why??? What is your favorite cucumber recipe - soup, sliced in vinegar, sliced in mayo??? Thanks, Colleen
Answered 08/11/09 08:03:03 by Kathy Martin
A: Hey, Colleen; you found me! The salting is to leach out liquid, presumably to leave room for the cukes to soak up the marinade. That's the way I like them best, w/ no sour cream, though I used to make a cold cucumber soup that was pretty great.Submitted by Ivette from Coral Gables
Q: I will like the recipe for the frosting or royal icing to decorate cookies....like the one on Cookies by Design
Answered 08/10/09 10:40:40 by Kathy Martin
A: Here's one recipe for royal icing. You can get meringue powder from baking supply stores and online vendors: Beat 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar, 7 1/2 teaspoons meringue powder and 1/4 cup with an electric mixer, preferably with a whisk attachment, for 10 minutes.Submitted by Windy Johnston from Miami Shores
Q: Hi Kathy - About 5 years ago the Ritz-Carlton had a half day cooking class on gingerbread houses. They provided the gingerbread and we got to decorate. It was a wonderful experience. I would LOVE to do it again. Do you know of any classes for this year? I would like to get a group of us together from the Shores Presbyterian Church. It would be great fun. Thanks, Windy Johnston
Answered 08/10/09 10:36:33 by Kathy Martin
A: Hi Windy. I haven't received any info about such a class, and I don't recall getting anything recently about cooking classes of any kind at the Ritz-Carlton. (The Mandarin Oriental is the one high-end hotel I know that does regular cooking classes.) Your best bet is to call the hotel. Johnson & Wales in North Miami does a lot of weekend cooking classes during the season that might be worth checking out, too. Good luck!Submitted by F Cheney from Canton,New York
Q: I am looking for a dressing recipe for broccoli salad
Answered 08/03/09 08:15:27 by Kathy Martin
A: Please send your query to our Cook's Corner columnist, Linda Cicero, at lcicero@miamiherald.com. She is our recipe-request expert.Submitted by Marie-Cecile Gehrdes from Huntsville, AL 335803
Q: Have you ever heard of Sweet Potato Cake? Several years ago my Northern dwelling sister asked me if I had a recipt for same. I do not, nor could I find anything in any of my cookbooks. Can you please help? Thank you very much for any assistance.
Answered 08/03/09 08:15:16 by Kathy Martin
A: Please send your query to our Cook's Corner columnist, Linda Cicero, at lcicero@miamiherald.com. She is our recipe-request expert.Submitted by Tamara Knight from Miami, Florida
Q: Why is that the Food section reviews restaurants located in Miami Beach, North Miami Beach, Aventura, and every once in a blue moon, Coral Gables? Not much attention is given to the southwest area of Miami-Dade, i.e., Kendall, West Dade, Westchester, etc. Lots of Miami Herald subscribers live in those areas.
Answered 07/31/09 12:45:24 by Kathy Martin
A: The Beach, Aventura and the Gables do seem to have the lion's share of our fine-dining destinations. That said, our dining critic, Victoria Elliott, does try to get around the county. If you have recommednations for her in your area, let her know on her Q&A Forum, which you'll find at MiamiHerald.com/dining. Also keep an eye out for our monthly casual dining roundups. Three writers take turns on those, and one of them, Jane Wooldridge, specifically covers Miami-Dade from Coconut Grove south.
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