Tuna with Cucumber-Olive Relish

It’s spring break here in Redondo, and that means that Passover and Easter are this coming weekend. If you’re entertaining friends and family like me, you have a menu planned. But in case you don’t, as always, I’m here to help. Both Passover and Easter have their rules about what you can and cannot eat.… Continue reading Tuna with Cucumber-Olive Relish

Grilled Shrimp Orzo Salad

It’s August which means we’re deep into the summer. I still can’t believe there are only a couple more weeks before school starts. And unlike last year, school is actually going to start! But while the kids going off to school means more time for you to run errands, go shopping or just binge all… Continue reading Grilled Shrimp Orzo Salad

Grilled Salmon with Lemon Relish

When staying at home merges with 80 degree heat and no air conditioning, one thing happens for me in regards to cooking: I move my kitchen outside. That’s right, warm weather means it’s time to fire up my grill. I love my grill! I’ll grill anything from meat or fish to fruits and vegetables. I’ve… Continue reading Grilled Salmon with Lemon Relish

Grilled Balsamic Peaches and Pork

Peach season is still alive and well here in the Southbay. In most parts of the country it’s starting to wind down, but here, there’s a new peach every week. Last week were the August Ladies this week are the O’Henrys. I don’t know what next week will bring, all I know is they’re all… Continue reading Grilled Balsamic Peaches and Pork

Grilled Chicken Thighs in a Mustard Sauce

I know I’ve been doing a lot of grilled recipes as of late, but that’s just because it’s been so hot. So, I’ve been doing a lot of cooking outside. As I’ve mentioned before, I love cooking outside. Don’t get me wrong, I love cooking in general, but using my grill gives me a special… Continue reading Grilled Chicken Thighs in a Mustard Sauce

Chicken with Green Tomatoes and Peaches

My favorite season of the year is here: peach season. I feel like I’ve been waiting all year for peaches, nectarines and apricots to show up at my farmer’s market. Well, I’m happy to report that they’re finally here. There’s nothing better than a sweet, ripe peach, especially the yellow ones. I love eating them… Continue reading Chicken with Green Tomatoes and Peaches

Barbecued Baked Beans

It’s officially summer! And you know what that means… warm summer nights and lots of cooking outside. Cooking outside means grilling, one of my favorite forms of cooking. I love grilling for family or friends, things like chicken, hot dogs and hamburgers. But I also enjoy grilling fruits, vegetables… even the occasional dessert. While proteins… Continue reading Barbecued Baked Beans