Without intending it, it seems I've embarked on a mission to find the perfect scone recipe in the last few weeks. I've shared a few here that I'm very happy with (here, here, here and here) but I think it never hurts to find a new favorite, right? On a recent weekend stay in Napa Valley, my ... Read More
Banana Bran Muffins
My blogging software came under attack, keeping me from publishing new posts with you. For the time being all seems to be under control and I'm happy to be able to share these muffins, though a few days later than I had planned. They came about out of a need to use some overripe bananas and ... Read More
Meyer Lemon Poppy Seed Oatmeal Muffins (Low-Fat)
There has been a shortage of citrus posts here lately and I promise it hasn't been intentional. My Meyer lemon tree has generously provided for me again this year but it feels like I've been out of town more than home on weekends lately. This is not a complaint; my husband and I decided that ... Read More
Chocolate-Coconut Scones
I'm on a mission to try all the fitness classes at my neighborhood gym. I signed up years ago to have a place to work out when bad weather wouldn't permit me to run or ride my bike. I've taken advantage of the swimming pool, the weight room and the cardio machines; I even had a personal ... Read More
Poached Cod and Egg over Rice
I looked forward to a few things in anticipation of vacationing in Maui over the holidays: to being away from the day-to-day grind, to spending quality time with my husband, to swimming and lounging on the beach and.... ...to eating a Japanese breakfast. I must have mentioned the last ... Read More
Chocolate Waffles with Caramelized Bananas
I spent a day this past weekend catching up with my family--my parents, my sisters, nieces and nephews. Typical of most of our family gatherings, the day was centered around food. The large, round table at the restaurant overflowed with more food than we could eat. It was always this way ... Read More