My husband celebrated his birthday this past weekend. In keeping with tradition, we spent it quietly--no party, no other people; we didn't even spend the day at the beach, his usual preference. Instead, we spent most of the day at home, enjoyed being free from obligations and allowed me ... Read More
Local Spotlight: Pescadero, CA (and Cinnamon French Toast)
Depending on which direction you're driving on Highway 1, California's scenic coastal route, you might avert your gaze from the magnificent vistas long enough to see the sign for Pescadero on your way to Santa Cruz (southbound) or San Francisco (northbound). But it's more likely that you ... Read More
Capellini with Chicken and Creamy Tomato Sauce for No Kid Hungry Campaign
The day before I left for vacation last month, I received an email inviting me to participate in a worthwhile cause. As excited as I was about lending a hand, even in a small way, my hands were tied until my return a few weeks later but now I'm very happy to be sharing this with you. ... Read More
Apricot-Raspberry Bars
After five days of being home jet lag's grip is finally weakening. I consider it a success to have resisted going to bed at 6 pm but rather, making it until 8 pm and not getting up until 6:30 this morning. As much as I missed cooking it took the better part of the week before I finally the ... Read More
Pan-Fried Trout, White Bean Purée, Wilted Spinach and Baby Squash
It is 4:30 am and I have been up for hours. I had my morning cup of tea shortly after 3 am and as I type now the washer and dryer are running, my to-do list has been updated and I'm eating a bowl of chicken adobo and rice with a glass of orange juice to wash it all down. My body still ... Read More
Blueberry Banana Spinach Smoothie
A pot of tea, orange juice, a basket with mini French baguettes and croissants (plain and chocolate), butter, jam, fruit, a selection of cheeses and some days yogurt, deli meats, bacon and eggs--this is how I've started each day for the past three weeks. Four days ago the baguettes were replaced by ... Read More
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