Dan Dan Noodles and Szechuan Cucumber Salad Never been a big fan of Chinese food. My folks always teased me that I must have been adopted because I was missing the Asian cuisine gene. I think it just skipped a generation—my daughter loves it… Continue reading…
crunch time
Vietnamese Shrimp Summer Rolls with Two Dipping Sauces Memorial Day weekend is upon us already; summer is just around the corner, I can smell it! And though the weather hasn’t fully caught up yet, my appetite is changing. Summer rolls are what I… Continue reading…
a little bit of this, a little bite of that
For as long as I can recall, small bites have appealed to me. I prefer to graze whenever I can, sampling lots of nibbles, instead of a lot of one. Tapas, meze, and appetizer courses excite me with the prospect of… Continue reading…
linger a little longer
The summer sun is beginning to fade. Days are getting shorter, weather’s getting cooler. But I’m not ready to move on yet. This dish with a tropical twist can help that lazy hazy feeling last a little longer. Another easy… Continue reading…
a quenching quaff
Weekend’s almost here–it’s time for a little libation! Inspired by the cucumber infusion in my favorite Hendrick’s gin, I created this cocktail by combining my gin with cool cucumber, tangy fresh orange and lime juices, a dash of simple syrup… Continue reading…