Thin slices of Genoa salami, baked until crisp, add texture and flavor to these sophisticated brunch sandwiches.

This South American cocktail is made with Pisco, a potent brandy distilled from Muscat grapes. On its own, Pisco has an almost grappa-like intensity. A spoonful of sugar, bitters and tart lemon and lime juices, helps it go down....

I've often made this luscious spread with little yellow plums gathered from my friend Ilene's fruit trees. Red or purple plums work equally well.