Cherry Clafoutis
I’ve always wanted to make a clafoutis, but never had until recently. Something about the name sounds so romantic to me (maybe because it’s French?), which is odd considering this is really quite an easy, homestyle dessert. What is a…
Moroccan Chicken With Eggplant Tomato Jam
Chicken with Eggplant Tomato Jam
Where To Eat In Downtown LA (Jury Duty Lunches)
I was recently called in to do jury service and was placed on a panel for five days. While it was a somewhat interesting case, and I was happy to do my civic duty, I most looked forward to lunch.…
Candied Meyer Lemon Ice Cream
How to make Meyer Lemon Ice Cream
Summer Garden 2012
I seriously debated whether or not I wanted to spend the time, effort and money to do a garden this year. In the past we’ve built raised beds, I tracked every expense to see if it’s worth it, and last…
Cooking In The Vortex~Poached Eggs With Kale And Bacon
Cooking in the vortex. That phrase could have multiple meanings, both literally and figuratively. Figuratively, it could stand for so much; cooking while the world spins around you, cooking at the center of the storm, cooking amid chaos. We all have…
Wild Salmon with Quinoa, Dandelion Greens and Parsley Pistachio Vinaigrette
My mother doesn’t know it yet, but she already had her Mother’s Day Dinner at my house, a couple of weeks ago. Once again, she’s off galavanting around the world and will be gone on Mother’s Day, this time to…
Chicken Soup with Wild Rice and Greens
Recipe for healthy, flavorful, and filling homemade Chicken Soup with Wild Rice and Greens.