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…
expanding my repertoire
Indian Butter Chicken with Cucumber Tomato Raita I pride myself on the fact that I exposed my kids to many cuisines growing up. Italian, French, Spanish, Mexican, Moroccan and Asian were all properly and frequently represented. And, as their tastebuds… Continue reading…
by the bayou
Happy Mardi Gras, y’all! We’re celebrating the New Orleanian way by cooking up some Cajun. This year, I’m making a batch of one my husband’s favorite Louisiana specialties and it’s about time, too. Frankly, I’ve always been a little intimidated… Continue reading…
pigskin pigout
Super Bowl is almost here–can’t wait to have everyone gather for the big game on the big screen (even if my favorite team didn’t make it to the big dance). When it comes to this family’s football feast, the menu… Continue reading…
the prawn parade
It’s Mardi Gras–happy Fat Tuesday, everybody! Let’s celebrate with a dish suitable for party or parade. The inspiration for this plate came from all the wonderfully spicy seafood I enjoyed on my many visits to New Orleans while my mom… Continue reading…