Citrus-Marinated Pork Chops

I first discovered the farmer’s market in high school when my mom and I would go to the one located near the Civic Center in Marin County. We’d go on Sundays starting in the spring because that’s when our favorite fruits, the stone fruits, came into season.  I continued the tradition through college and even… Continue reading Citrus-Marinated Pork Chops

Hot and Cold Lemon-Lime Sorbet

It’s June which means it’s officially summer; and while the temperature out on the west coast hasn’t changed that much, the rest of the country has finally thawed out. Actually it appears they’ve gone from fridgid to hot with no break in between. We had a couple unusually hot weeks back in May when all… Continue reading Hot and Cold Lemon-Lime Sorbet

Cuba Libre Cocktail

I love Coca-Cola with lime.  It’s refreshing and delicious no matter what time of year.  I also enjoy the occasional rum and Coke, especially when a reserve rum is used.  So imagine my delight when I discovered there was a cocktail that combined both these flavors.  I know, who’d’ve thought that a drink as simple… Continue reading Cuba Libre Cocktail