We’ve all heard the saying “you are what you eat” and yesterday my post focused on a recent article about how, more than ever, food defines social class in America more than the clothes you wear or the car you drive. Basically, the food that is available and affordable to the vast majority of Americans […]
Appetizers
Chickpea Curry and the Great Divide
Today at the Newport Beach Farmers Market I bought a bottle of blood orange olive oil, from award -winning Sonoma producer The Olive Press, so fragrant it was if the zest of the orange were on my fingertips. It was $20 and, for its versatility, purity, and aroma – worth every penny. I also came home […]
Saucy Sliders and a Giveaway
Even if you are normally a cook from scratch kinda person, there are days when quality, gourmet sauces and marinades can transform a dish from ordinary to extraordinary with the twist of a cap. Saucy Mama sauces and marinades are just what you need. While I specialize in simple recipes that fit your busy lifestyle, […]
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, […]
The Long Goodbye
I’ve been kind of melancholy – its partially the weather, it’s been overcast every day until at least noon here on the coast, its also because summer is drawing to a close, but I’m certain that most of it has to do with the beginning of school. Moms and dads everywhere are scurrying to complete […]
Pizzettas!!!
Hurray for summer! Hard to believe that it’s August already and, for parents of school-age children, time to start Back-to-School shopping and thinking about getting back on a schedule – eek! I have a feeling that, like me, you’re squeezing as much fun as you can into every waking minute! I’m feeling a little guilty […]
Greek-style Eggplant Spread
New readers (thank you!) may not know what a big fan of eggplant I am. In fact, one of my signature recipes is a lower-calorie version of eggplant parmesan, which I have aptly named Eggplant Parmesan “My Way”. The Western (Globe) eggplant is your common grocery store variety – they are typically large with glossy dark […]
5-minute Spicy Hummus
Perfect for Game Day, tailgate parties, weeknight suppers, or any day of the week, you can’t go wrong with this 5-Minute Spicy Hummus. Honestly, it’s so quick and easy, you’ll wonder why you ever spent beer money on hummus! Of course, you can buy hummus at any store, and we all do, but for the […]
Green Goddess Dip
This vegan dip was a snap to make – especially with the new mini food processor I picked up at Sur La Table. A quick stop at the Apple Store led me to meander across the way to Sur la Table – Crystal Court at South Coast Plaza is shopping heaven for techie, or techie […]