I’m having a tough time getting back into the swing of things after traveling most of October; some for pleasure but some to take care of urgent family matters of a not so pleasant nature. Here, I’ll focus on the pleasure part and share with you some scenes from our stay in Cannes on the […]
Coca Mallorquina
Shari Bonnin is a talented jewelry and clothing designer from Orange, CA and our November Mom of the Month. I knew Shari from Twitter (@sbonnin) and much to our surprise we met in real life when I recognized her at a parents orientation at UC Santa Cruz this summer. As it turns out, both our […]
My Sukiyaki
It’s always good to come home and sleep in your own bed after a long and uncomfortable trans-Atlantic flight and awakening at 4:45 a.m. to a gentle, cleansing rain made it even better 🙂 It’s clear and sunny now, but when the days become chilly and damp, I often crave a warming bowl of udon […]
This week’s obsession….
Crispy pork belly with roasted peach and mustard sauce at Soif Wine Bar & Merchants in Santa Cruz. I hope to be able to post some photos from my trip to Cannes and Paris later this week! Thanks for reading 🙂
$5 Meal in 5 Minutes with Lidia Bastianich
Have you watched Lidia Bastianich’s PBS show Lidia’s Italy? Even if you’ve never seen an episode of her popular cooking show, what’s not to love about a $5 meal that can be prepared in 5 minutes? Lidia’s straightforward manner and home-style cooking is refreshing in an age of celebrity chefs and provides a delightful repast […]
Whole Foods Heaven
There’s a new lord in Huntington Beach and he cares, I mean really cares, about local sourcing, local products, supporting and giving back to the community, and wholesome, sustainable food! His name is Whole Foods and he’ll sweep you off your feet with his soulful sincerity and commitment to a higher calling! I was fortunate […]
Cat Cora’s Borscht and a Giveaway
After making this vibrant, bright soup, I thought to myself – of all the delectable recipes in her cookbook cat cora’s classics with a twist, I chose the borscht?? As Cat Cora says, either you love beets or hate them. Unfortunately, most people, and I firmly believe its only because they’re sole experience with beets […]
Gettin’ Messy in the Kitchen with Cat Cora
Cat Cora in the Muppets Kitchen at Disney Studios If you had told me that I would be visiting the Muppets Kitchen at Disney Studios I most certainly would have scoffed and looked at you as if you were delirious. But there I was ~ sitting in the front row, waiting for Iron Chef Cat […]
What’s for dinner?
Let’s ask Gina! This month’s Guest Blogger and Mom of the Month is Gina of “What’s for Dinner Across State Lines” ~ where two granddaughters, Gina and Robbyn give tribute to the legacy of their grandfather, renowned chef Silvio Conciatore, by sharing their love for food. If you value family and traditions like I do, […]
Shrimp and Pasta with Romesco Sauce
We all have our favorite tomato-based Italian pasta sauce whether it’s a quick and light Marinara sauce, robust homemade Ragu Bolognese, or the summery no-cook alla Checca with fresh tomatoes and basil, but to change it up a little, I’d like to suggest a nutty, rich-flavored Romesco sauce. The combination of roasted red peppers and […]