My personal recipe for a wonderful life: Family + Friends + Food = Happiness. Thus far this summer has been a whirlwind of activity filled with the first two components of my equation: visiting family in New Jersey, friends from Copenhagen visiting me and, playing one of my favorite roles 'fun aunt' with various kids, related or not. Missing from my personal recipe for a … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Menu Ideas
I'm sure there are of few of you out there that still are undecided as to what you're going to include on your Thanksgiving menu. Fear not. Here's a list of some fool proof, time tested and delicious options for your Thanksgiving table. Start with this wonderful appetizer--Parmesan Fried Cauliflower. This is a real crowd pleaser. Plus it's light, crunchy and will leave … [Read more...]
Ceviche with Hatch Chilis
When life gives me limes my thoughts run towards ceviche. When Melissa’s Produce gives me Hatch Chilis I want to add them to the ceviche. … [Read more...]
Grilled Plank Salmon
Grilled plank salmon is my “go to” summer barbeque dish. Why you may ask? And my jaunty response will be, “ease, flavor and hardly any clean up.” What more could you ask for when barbequing? … [Read more...]
Kumquat Preserves–Sweet and Spicy
Kumquats are all over the place these days. And what to do with all those tiny golden orbs? Easy, make preserves. When I was trying to think up a winning entry for the Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational I used kumquat jam as a garnish for my entry the "Sweet Goat". KCRW thought I did a pretty good job. … [Read more...]
