I love summer produce. As soon as the cherries appear at the farmers’ market, I know that apricots, peaches, and plums won’t be far behind. But those aren’t the only summer fruits I look forward to. I also love heirloom tomatoes. Not only are they gorgeous, they taste so sweet, it’s really like another piece… Continue reading Heirloom Tomato Galette
Author: Jennifer
Roasted Shrimp and Orzo Salad
Now that the temperatures are finally warming up around here and the snow and ice have finally started to melt, it’s time to start thinking about warmer recipes. You know, recipes that are good for spring and summer picnics or when you really don’t want to cook. One of my favorites is a pasta salad.… Continue reading Roasted Shrimp and Orzo Salad
Roasted Salmon with Strawberry Salsa
Strawberries are finally in season and they’re amazing. While it’s true that here in Southern California we have strawberries year round, you can absolutely taste the difference between the ones from the greenhouse and those from the farms. The farm berries are just brighter, sweeter, and an all-around better berry. It’s during these months, that… Continue reading Roasted Salmon with Strawberry Salsa
Mexican Chocolate Cookies
I love chocolate and cinnamon. While both are great on their own, put them together and you have a rich dessert that’s a little spicy. It’s seriously one of my favorite flavor combinations. So, when I found these Mexican Chocolate Cookies in Nicole Presley’s newest cookbook, Viva Desserts!, I knew I had to make them… Continue reading Mexican Chocolate Cookies
Beef Wrapped Gai Lan
So, last week I made a delicious noodle dish for the Lunar New Year thanks to some amazing produce from the folks at Melissa’s Produce. Well, I’m back this week with another awesome Asian-inspired dish. This week we use beef and gai lan! Now, I love a good shrimp recipe. But my first love when… Continue reading Beef Wrapped Gai Lan
Shrimp & Bok Choy Stir-fried with Noodles
The Lunar New Year started on Sunday and goes through February 15th. It’s a time of celebration all over the world. There are wishes to be made, food to be enjoyed, and plenty of hope and good fortune for the new year. During the new year, you’ll see red envelopes covered with gold writing, red… Continue reading Shrimp & Bok Choy Stir-fried with Noodles
Apple Challah French Toast Bake
Even though we’re getting into the citrus season, apples are still ever-present and new varieties are showing up weekly. (One of my favorites, the Sundowner, just hit the market last week!) I love apples, especially the tart, crunchy kind. You know the kind I’m talking about, those that aren’t too sweet or soft. The ones… Continue reading Apple Challah French Toast Bake
Morning Glory Fizz
Now that we’re through Christmas, there’s just one more holiday before we can pack up all the decorations and look ahead to 2023: New Year’s. While you’ll see a lot of recipes for champagne cocktails for New Year’s Eve, I’m bringing you a drink for the morning after. The morning when you might need a… Continue reading Morning Glory Fizz
Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake
Several flavors come to mind when I think of the holidays: oranges, apples, cinnamon, cranberries, and nutmeg. Those flavors, combined or separate, always make me think of snowy evenings, crackling fires, and plenty of presents under the tree. They make great cookies, cocktails, and cakes, all things absolutely necessary over the next couple of weeks.… Continue reading Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake
Princess Mary’s Pride
Thanksgiving is next week. And while you’re probably all set with your food menu, what about the cocktails? If you’re anything like me, there will be plenty of red and white wine. But what about a nice aperitif or digestif? Something to get the juices flowing before you sit down to stuff your face with… Continue reading Princess Mary’s Pride
Harry’s Pick-Me-Up
Have you noticed that over the past few years, certain food and beverages have been getting their own special days? I’m not kidding. There are even websites listing all the different days and which food, sweet treat or drink should be celebrated. Some items are so popular in fact, they have several days during the… Continue reading Harry’s Pick-Me-Up