Cooks Without Borders | Leslie Brenner | Substack

Welcome (or welcome back)!

Here's how to live your best food-life with the help of Cooks Without Borders.

Mar 15, 2023 • Leslie Brenner

The perfect cup

How to brew outstanding drip coffee, every single time.

May 17, 2024 • Leslie Brenner

Easy preps for winter vegetables

Before or after the holidays, look to kale, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, lentils and turnips for delicious comfort.

Nov 9, 2025 • Leslie Brenner

Your dreamy knife-life

The right wooden cutting board, a brilliant blade and a fool-proof sharpener are the path to peak happiness in the kitchen.

Sep 6, 2025 • Leslie Brenner

Minestrone season, finally!

Here's a midweek treat - something I'll be making often, now till next spring.

Oct 22, 2025 • Leslie Brenner

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