Last night we had our work holiday party. It was a work holiday party—an appetizer potluck, with karaoke and belly dancing. Everyone was touched that our boss turned up with a spectacular sushi platter. There’s nothing quite like sushi to say “I appreciate your hard work.” One thing we all seem to love about our work…
Sardines on the BBQ for a Portuguese Moment
I’ve never been to Portugal. My sister lived in the Algarve, in Valdomos–Valley of the Owls, 13 kms from Messines, where she got fabulous fresh seafood at the market and fresh bread the size of a chair. For several years, she grew her own oranges, lemons, tomatoes, almonds, figs, olives and herbs. She made fig…
Coconut Pan-fried Skate Wing with Watercress Salad
Four Cocovie coconut products made their way into this recipe. Coconut oil is being hailed as the second coming to restore memory loss associated with Alzheimers. Even Dr. Joe Schwartz has said that 2 tablespoons a day may not be a bad idea. Coconut flour has the advantage of being gluten free. Coconut vinegar tastes similar to apple cider vinegar. Coconut sugar is reportedly a healthier form of…
Arctic Char – Gourmet Meal in Minutes
There are a few things you don’t know about Jittery Cook. Just a few: I’m addicted to “The Office“, “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Desperate Housewives“; Embarrassing, but true. I’m also a huge fan of “Real Time with Bill Maher“, “60 Minutes” and “Fifth Estate“; Have I redeemed myself? There are times when making a great meal…
Tasty Grouper served on Spinach Orange Salad
I’ve been offered a suggestion as a New Year’s resolution; to try doing just one thing at a time. That sounds simple, but it’s not. How can you stop multi-tasking once you’ve become accustomed? One possible solution may be to invest in meditation. Quieting the mind to meditate would be a first step towards focusing…