Stories from a Brooklyn Kitchen
Where Puerto Rican, Jewish & Italian Traditions Meet
Authentic recipes and creative writing from a native New Yorker who never forgot her roots
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latest flavor
Cool off the right way with this homemade vegan coconut yogurt—refreshingly creamy, subtly tangy, and perfect for hot summer days.
Dairy-free, gut-friendly, and packed with tropical vibes straight from my Brooklyn kitchen.
recent reading
A raw, reflective piece on food, family, and identity—this story unpacks what it means to grow up between cultures, with a Lower East Side attitude and a Puerto Rican kitchen as the backdrop.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re made of more than one story, this one’s for you.
cultural spotlight
Step inside Brooklyn’s oldest Italian restaurant, where red sauce flows, tuxedoed waiters glide, and white tablecloths set the stage for a timeless, old-school dining experience at Bamonte’s.
A cultural spotlight on the soul of Italian-American tradition—served with marinara and memories.
my story
I’m Marie—a native New Yorker raised on matzo ball soup, mofongo, and marinara. Born and bred on the Lower East Side, I’m a writer, recipe keeper, and storyteller shaped by generations of loud kitchens, long tables, and layered identities.