Wow, so much pressure to post an appropriate recipe for Valentine’s Day. Honestly, I didn’t want to think about cooking–I was kinda hoping to be taken out to a swanky place instead (which, thanks to my loving husband, I was).… Continue reading…
a sizzling sensation
I love when I taste a flavor combination I’ve never had before and I’m blown away. Many years ago, I first sampled this dish at the party of a family friend–the main meal was billed as a crab boil, but… 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…
sufferin’ succotash
After a weekend of pigging out, there is nothing more appealing than light and gratifying food. I crave a meal composed of healthy ingredients that can be created quickly and easily. Firm fillet of halibut is one of my favorites–it boasts… Continue reading…
orange blossom time
I first fell in love with the smell of orange blossom while traveling through Morocco. The scent followed me everywhere I went. Sweet and floral, it has a mysterious, exotic quality that haunts me–can’t get enough of it! Used as… Continue reading…