And here it is. Another milestone reached. This blog has grown a lot over the past two + years and it’s been an exhilarating process for me. I’ve learned much along the way but, most importantly, I’ve learned how much I still have… Continue reading…
ethereal endive
It’s always fascinating to see how a little heat can transform an ingredient. Take endive, for example. Eaten raw as we usually do, it’s a favorite component in many a salad, adding a crisp, bitter bite to the mix. But… Continue reading…
virtually vietnamese
We’re in the thick of it now. Flu season is upon us and has been raging for weeks. When my own honey succumbed to the dreaded virus, I scrambled to bring out the big guns–chicken soup (aka Jewish penicillin)–to help… Continue reading…
breakfast before bed
Breakfast is probably my favorite meal of the day–I adore the quiet ritual of it. Maybe because I’ve fasted all night or maybe because I’m ravenous after my morning power walk, I find that chow to be deeply gratifying. And I’m… Continue reading…
my valentine date
Here’s my sweet treat for you on Valentine’s Day. I’m waxing nostalgic again with a recipe that was one of my Grandma Bea’s favorites. These delectable date and nut squares must have been a popular goodie at her weekly bridge… Continue reading…