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
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Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Salad
Recently I’ve been doing recipes with corn and zucchini because those are the vegetables that are in season right now. Two delicious choices that are even better in the late summer and fall. As I’ve mentioned before, I’m a huge fan of both these veggies and as long as they’re in season, I use them.… Continue reading Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Salad
Couscous Corn Salad
We’re right in the middle of corn season. While I’m all about the stone fruits during this time of year, there are a few vegetables that I love as well. Actually just two: corn and zucchini. I used to hate zucchini. I don’t know why, I just know that whenever my mom would say we… Continue reading Couscous Corn Salad
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
Dill and Feta Orzo Salad with Lemon Chicken
One of the perks of working in the food and cocktail industry is that I get to attend events at produce companies, bars, distilleries… you name it. If it has something to do with food, odds are I’ve been there. But these days I haven’t been much of anywhere. These days, I get a delivery… Continue reading Dill and Feta Orzo Salad with Lemon Chicken
Apple, Squash and Brussels Sprout Salad
Can you believe that Thanksgiving is just a week away? I can’t either. I mean, I’ve barely figured out how many people I’m having, let alone what I’m making. So, I decided to sit down earlier this week and figure out my menu. I have the turkey, stuffing, gravy and cranberries. My aunt’s making the… Continue reading Apple, Squash and Brussels Sprout Salad
Corn and Cucumber Salad
We’re officially in the dog days of summer. It’s hot and humid and the only place I want to be is by the pool, on the beach or in my air conditioned house. It’s on days like these that the last thing I want to do is turn on my oven. So, I figure out… Continue reading Corn and Cucumber Salad
Cucumber Salad
It’s June but here in Southern California, you’d never know it. Here in Redondo we’re in the midst of serious June gloom. We may see the sun, but it’s only for an hour or two. Then the fog comes rolling back in and with it, a serious chill. But just because it feels like winter,… Continue reading Cucumber Salad
Roasted Beet Salad with Oranges
Even though we’re well into March, it’s still citrus season. There are still plenty of Meyer lemons, Cara Cara Oranges and Golden Nuggets out there. That means there’s still plenty of time to make orange juice, lime curd or lemon meringue pie. While I love a good citrus dessert, I also love using these beautiful… Continue reading Roasted Beet Salad with Oranges
Greek Orzo Salad
It’s officially 2019 and that means it’s time to put away all those sweets and fattening foods. It’s time to start eating healthy again, and that means more salads, chicken and fish. I’ve started my year off with several chicken dishes and not nearly the same amount of sweets. I’ve even been eating more salads.… Continue reading Greek Orzo Salad
Antipasto Tortellini Salad
I’ve talked before how I love the summer. There are so many reasons… the pool, the beach, late night walks on the beach, beautiful sunsets and of course cooking outside. Cooking outside means eating outside and I love eating outside. It doesn’t matter if it’s in a meadow under a big oak tree, at an… Continue reading Antipasto Tortellini Salad