Lemons + Anchovies

Tapas!

Two weekends ago my friends and I (and the hubbies) got together for a casual dinner.  The setting couldn't be more pleasant--our friends' home is like a Mediterranean villa and equipped with the most modern comforts.  I regret that I didn't take my camera along so I can show you what I mean (with ... Read More

Sake-Ginger-Soy Marinated Sea Bass with Coconut Rice (and Spain)

  After a few weeks of indulging in burgers and other meaty dishes, I was ready to return to more simple fare of fish and rice.  As much as I love pasta--and I do mean love--I always crave the familiar sameness of rice.  I'm certain it's my Asian upbringing, eating rice at least once a day ... Read More

Almond-Date Tart

  What's a girl to do when she's got extra tart dough waiting expectantly in the fridge?  The batch of dough I used to make the Nutella tart last week was enough to make at least three 8-inch tarts.  A good thing, actually, since the crust is very buttery, has been easy to work with (despite ... Read More

A Must-Try Chocolate Sorbet and Some Awards

  I am interrupting my regularly-scheduled blog posts because I want to share this with you.  Because I'm thinking you might want to see something refreshing and sweet instead of a practical dish that we're all wont to prepare on Monday nights.  Because I am feeling extremely thankful for my ... Read More

My Family’s Classic Burger

  Over the last month, I feel like I've departed from my normal eating habits.  It wasn't a conscious decision but rather more a shift resulting from our recent activities.  Since the 4th of July, we've traveled, had kids in our home and now we have friends visiting for a week.  From all ... Read More

Nutella Tart Courtesy of Pierre Hermé

This is all that's left of the Nutella tart I've been wanting to make for so long.  I finally made it last night after weeks of thinking about it.  This tart was created by Pierre Hermé (of Fauchon fame) for his wife to indulge her love for Nutella. And I can see why. This dessert is just that, ... Read More

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