You’re all in for a real treat, because our April Top Mom, Kate from Diethood, is sharing her Chocolate Granola recipe with us! What could be better than a healthy Chocolate Granola? Kate’s Chocolate Granola contains oats, wheat germ, and almonds for added protein, and its sweetened with honey and just 2 tablespoons of brown sugar. Of […]
Stater Bros. Vitamin Finder
Working with Collective Bias on their Stater Bros. Vitamin Finder shopping experience was a good fit for me. Since I was a teen drinking goat’s milk and eating brewer’s yeast, I’ve had an interest in nutrition and preparing a balanced home-cooked meal for my family was always a priority, even when I was working outside […]
TusCA
This week’s obsession…. The antipasti menu at TusCA. Choose 1, 3, 5 or 7 items from the selection of the finest imported and TusCA-made Italian cheeses, meats, and vegetables. Served with a dazzling array of condiments. The best of Tuscany and California can be savored at TusCA, the signature restaurant of the Hyatt Orange County. […]
Cheddar-Thyme Crisps and Melissa’s
Just returned from an amazing tour of Melissa’s Produce in LA; you may recognize the name, or the logo, if you buy any fruits or vegetables, and especially if you’re a discerning buyer and adventurous cook who likes to experiment with the newest items to hit the produce market. Founded in 1984, Melissa’s is a […]
Sesame Salmon En Papillote
Lately, I’ve chatted with several people that aren’t that crazy about salmon. Really? you don’t like salmon? This was an idea that had never occurred to me, but its true. They like other fish and seafood, but have never developed a liking for the distinctive taste of this vibrantly colored fresh-water fish. Of course, I […]
Burger – Santa Cruz
Since The Young Baker is attending UC Santa Cruz, I figure I’ll be spending quite a bit of time there in the next four or five years and I’m thrilled that she landed in such a beautiful place, surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and redwood forests in the midst of a eco-minded, artsy community. Naturally, […]
The Young Baker Strikes Again
Home for Spring Break after a grueling quarter at UC Santa Cruz, the Young Baker inspired me to free the Kitchen Aid stand mixer from its cardboard box perched on a chair in my office. Ordered weeks ago from CSN after winning a giveaway at A Communal Table, I’ve been eyeing it and waiting for … […]
Thai Chicken Pineapple Curry
I don’t buy a lot of cookbooks, but occasionally someone like Thomas Keller will publish one that I feel is bound to become a timeless culinary classic which I absolutely must have, and that can be passed on to the Young Baker 🙂 I’m talking about the superlative Ad Hoc At Home – the one […]
Images of Ireland
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I could think of no better tribute to the Irish than to share a few photos from our first visit to Ireland, a stunning and mystical land of unsurpassed beauty. Its ancient history, steeped in legend and myths, is apparent everywhere you go. One can find ruins of ringed forts and […]
Kung Pao Tofu
I first made this deliciously spicy, sweet, savory Kung Pao Tofu last year when I decided to get on board with the Meatless Monday movement and cut out meat once a week. Did you know that cutting out meat just one day a week can reduce the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease while saving […]