I met my friend Alan almost 20 years ago, when we were both working at Gourmet magazine. He is whimsical, funny, snarky, slightly obnoxious and at his core, I think, very sincere. Once, he told me ...

Kale is everywhere — in soups, salads, smoothies and baked into chips. I expect to see a recipe for kale ice cream next. I think it’s time for kale to move over and make room for another green ...