I meant to share this recipe with a set of images featuring a local goat cheese company as part of my Local Spotlight series. The images being a year old, I haven't looked at them in awhile and took for granted that they would be safely stored on my computer. What a disappointment it was to ... Read More
Cheddar & Fennel Seed Crackers
Life is finally returning to normal after vacation. The work week came and went, the bills that piled up in the mail have been paid, the jet lag is gone and I'm back in the kitchen. When I left in late August summer was in full swing but it was fall that greeted me when I stepped off the ... Read More
Seared Ahi with Wonton Crisps and Shiitake Mushroom Salsa
Not too long ago my husband and I were invited to a San Francisco-based wine club's annual dinner. Several of our friends are members so we were fortunate to be invited to this year's celebration. While the previous year's party was held at Chateau Montelena this year's venue took us back ... Read More
Parmesan-Herb Madeleines
Do you ever feel at a loss on what to serve when company comes over? Appetizers are the easiest thing to put together but sometimes I have a hard time figuring out what to serve. I tend to be the most inspired when I'm just cooking for myself and my husband; I suppose it's because I don't feel ... Read More
Prosciutto, Brie & Jalapeño-Tangerine Jam Crostini
My diet seems to always go off-kilter after a vacation. I have a hard time getting back to my normal routine and instead continue to indulge my cravings with little to no regard for balance even after I've shaken the travel dust--or in this case the beach sand--off my feet. Since returning ... Read More
Artichoke, Cheddar, Chipotle Spread
Nature called during the night sometime last week. It's not surprising considering I usually drink a full glass of milk or seltzer water before bed, you know, to wash down that little piece (or two) of chocolate that I just have to have . I got up, reluctant to hit the pause button on ... Read More