All Articles by dougyoung

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Cook This Now! Winter falafel

The origins of falafel remain a subject of spirited debate, with various Middle Eastern...

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Cook This Now! Thai green curry

It’s not solitude or low temps that make for the more challenging aspects of...

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Cook This Now! Pantry puttanesca with tuna

Times are tough. At some point, we might all be budget-conscious and staring into...

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Cook This Now! Slow cooker beef & mushroom stew

January on the East End usually arrives with a bleak, hermit-inducing chill that makes...

Year in Review

Southforker 2025 Top 10! #9 — Valentine’s Day sugar cookies

My favorite “Cook This Now!” story of 2025 wasn’t just a recipe; it was a perfect,...

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Cook This Now! Roasted grape and lemon ricotta crostini

Guests are coming round, and a quick canapé is needed. It is one of...

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Cook This Now! Savory polenta hush puppies

Many talented chefs pass through the Hamptons—some stay for years, others for a season—but...

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Cook This Now! Port’s baked stuffed clams

Countless baked clam recipes exist, but summer ventures to the East End often center...