COWS IN A BLANKET?

I'm fascinated by the transformations undergone by certain foods. Take quinoa: The grains are tiny specks before boiling water turns them into miniature ringed planets. Cool!

Then there are the frozen beef hot dogs sold at Risotteria. They come nestled snugly in bun blankets. But pop 'em into the oven at 350 degrees, wait about 20 minutes, and behold the weiners, buns unfurled!

It's like they go through two seasons.

BEFORE (WINTER)



















AFTER (SUMMER)



















Photos: David Marc Fischer