We’ve all heard of the Old Fashioned. It’s a classic that’s constantly ordered in bars all over the world. But what about it’s cousin the Old Pal? Never heard of it, right? Well that’s because this particular cocktail isn’t nearly as famous. But just because it’s not as popular doesn’t mean it’s not worth a… Continue reading Old Pal
Broccoli Rabe Risotto
I love Italian food. Spaghetti, gnocchi, chicken parmigiana, they’re all delicious. But my absolute favorite Italian dish has got to be risotto. I love the creaminess, the rich flavor, and if you add a protein like chicken or meat balls you have a completely delicious dinner. There’s only one problem with risotto; it’s rare that… Continue reading Broccoli Rabe Risotto
Rhubarb Chutney
My father is not a rhubarb fan. As a matter of fact, he hates it. So you can imagine how excited he was every time rhubarb season came and my mother (who is a fan) would stock up and make her rhubarb/strawberry sauce for me and my sister to snack on. My father would smile,… Continue reading Rhubarb Chutney
Beet Glazed Cod and Beet, Blood Orange, Bok Choy Salad
Saturday my husband went fishing with some friends. He’s been wanting to go for awhile now, but always had a conflict. Well this time he was free. So he got up at the crack of dawn and joined his friends for what turned out to be an awesome day on the water. They were out… Continue reading Beet Glazed Cod and Beet, Blood Orange, Bok Choy Salad
Spinach and Kale Pancakes
Monday is St. Patrick’s Day. As you know the holiday is all about being Irish, wearing as much green as possible and, for some, getting as drunk as possible. Of course the fact that the holiday is on a Monday this year, makes the getting drunk part a little more difficult, but I’m sure people… Continue reading Spinach and Kale Pancakes
Clover Club
Since St. Patrick’s Day is just over a week away I decided to bring you a cocktail that is neither green nor has Irish in the name. You’re probably thinking “wait, what?! How can there be a St. Patrick’s Day cocktail that is neither green nor Irish?” Easy, it has Clover in the title, and… Continue reading Clover Club
Rhubarb Parfait
Rhubarb is back in season! And I couldn’t be happier. I used to have it all the time when I was growing up, thanks to my mom. She’d cook it up on the stove with some strawberries and we’d eat it by the bowlful. I always loved the tart flavor of the rhubarb, but when… Continue reading Rhubarb Parfait
Fine and Dandy
I have a confession to make. My husband and I are big Disney fans. Huge. I’ve loved most of their cartoons ever since I was a little girl, I even own several of the classics. Then when I moved to Los Angeles, I made a point of going to Disneyland as often as I could… Continue reading Fine and Dandy
Bok Choy Salad
Last weekend I attended a Havdalah service at my temple. Havdalah is the ritual you perform to signal the end Shabbat. My family and I attend this fun event once a month. It’s not only a chance to celebrate the end of the weekly ceremony, it also gives my boys the opportunity to get together… Continue reading Bok Choy Salad
Blood Orange Almond Upside-Down Cake
I love fruit! Berries, apples, citrus… if it has seeds, I’m in. The only problem is that most fresh fruit is only available in the spring and summer. Most fruit that is, except citrus. This is the height of citrus season and one of my favorite citrus fruits is the blood orange. I patiently wait… Continue reading Blood Orange Almond Upside-Down Cake
Between the Sheets
No, I’m not being flip. Nor am I making a rather obvious invitation. Believe it or not that is actually the name of today’s classic cocktail. And before you ask, no, I didn’t make it up. Someone much older than me, someone who’s probably no longer among the living, has that claim to fame. But… Continue reading Between the Sheets