Lemons + Anchovies

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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

Orzo with Pesto, Shrimp, Eggplant and Artichokes

  Whether it's because we know what we like or we're creatures of habit my husband and I tend to frequent the same restaurants in the neighborhood.  We know the weekend specials at the Japanese restaurant so our visits are timed accordingly.  The hostess at the Italian restaurant knows not to ... Read More

Cinnamon Apple Cake

  It's been a little quiet around here but I promise, my normal blogging schedule will resume soon.  I've been busy--walking, eating, sightseeing; in short, delighting my senses away from home.  I am looking forward to sharing the highlights with you when I return but if you follow me on ... Read More

Vanilla-Brownie Ice Cream

  My husband said to me just recently, "You are obsessed with food". Really? It's actually no recent revelation on his part.  I must have been going on and on about food...again.  We are currently on a trip; my senses are alight from the sights, smells, sounds but my taste buds are the most lit ... Read More

Tortilla Pizza with Figs, Feta, Bacon and Arugula

  I have mentioned a few times during the last few posts that I have been cleaning out my refrigerator.  On weekends when my husband and I don't feel like going out to dinner odd leftover vegetables and meat make their way into fried rice.  The variations are endless and the results foolproof. ... Read More

Prawn, Pesto, Fig and Feta Sandwich

  I can count on one hand the number of times I will choose a sandwich for dinner (on any given month with few fingers left to spare) over a rice or pasta dish.  I wouldn't think twice about a turkey, tuna or roast beef sandwich for lunch but for dinner?  I don't know why my mind discounts it ... Read More

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