Homemade Ricotta – From Scratch to Scrumptious
Lauren Chattman inspired me to try something I’ve never tried before. She made it sound so simple. Only four ingredients; …
Monthly Archives: October 2011
Quinoa, Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms – Healthy, wealthy in what matters and wise
Quinoa, Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms How hard is it to follow good advice? Very. The angel on one shoulder …
Romaine Salad with Grilled Lemon Chicken – Salad Days
Some people stay frozen in the era they most cherished, dressing and acting as they did when they felt the …
Egg Wrap – Comfort food mingled with stress relief
There are days when you just want to relax and enjoy simple pleasures. Routine is reassuring. Casual makes sense. My …
From Abruzzo to Amalfi with a little stop in Positano
A recent trip to Italy left me speechless. How and why are the Italians able to eat so well even …
Smoked Salmon Appetizer – It’s Not Complicated
We all like firsts as they leave a lasting impression. Bringing a delicious appetizer to a potluck sets the tone …
Yes we’re going to a party, party – Dark Chocolate Bark
It is true that I’ve given sugar a well deserved bad name in past posts. And it is true that …
In vino veritas – Mixed salad with wine vinaigrette
In 1971 I was introduced to the Trattoria Trestevere, a small Italian restaurant on Crescent St., just below St. Catherine …
On the spur of the moment – Easy shrimp dish
My superchef sister, Julia Richardson, helped me to orchestrate this shrimp dish. She tried insisting that this wasn’t a recipe, …
More than meets the eye – Spicy chickpeas
All foods Indian please my palate. The spices and colours remain exotic and foreign. I’ve tried preparing Indian feasts under …
