When I was younger, we always had cake for our birthdays. Each one of us had a favorite flavor and to be sure, my dad’s favorite cake is coconut cake. It was my grandmother “Granny Goose” who would bake a delicious fluffy three-tiered cake dripping with butter creme frosting and coconut. These days, my dad… Read more »
I just had so much fun putting together an Easter basket for my girlfriend’s husband. Thank you Ms B for your trust in me. <3 It is filled to the brim with all of my favorite healthy products for the local health food store. It was too amazing not to share. Fresh batch of Sweet Bark ~… Read more »
Spring has sprung! It’s in the air and the trees are blooming. I love this time of year. As I was making my weekly attempt at a grocery list~ it never fails, I still go to the store no less than 3 times, R asked me if his cherries would be at the market. Cherry… Read more »
Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, and anti-depressant since ancient times. The main component in turmeric, curcumin, has phenomenal anti-cancer properties and has been known to help to inhibit prostate, skin, colon, mouth, esophageal, lung, stomach, pancreatic, liver, and breast cancer. Turmeric is also a known blood purifier and helps to soothe respiratory ailments, improve liver… Read more »
I ran across a beautiful patch of wildflowers. This got me thinking about my favorite herbal teas and chamomile tea tops the list. It is a sleep aid with the ability to promote a full and restful night’s sleep. It’s very beneficial for those who suffer with insomnia, sleep disturbances, racing mind, or high anxiety and… Read more »
As much as it pains me to say, I get bored when it comes to salads. No matter how many greens, fixings and dressing combos there are, sometimes we just need to shake it up. And that’s where the Chop Chop comes in. See, chopped salads are just like regular salads, only different — the… Read more »
In June of 2008, my husband and I celebrated our nuptials in Montelbenichi, Italy with family and 22 of our best friends. One of my favorite wedding week memories is spending time with my mom in the kitchen of our villa tucked deep in a hillside in the heart of Tuscany. We would dine family style… Read more »
Here in Newport Beach, the city sponsors movie nights at the local park. They blow up an inflatable movie screen, play music and create an atmosphere for family fun. Last night, we met up with a few families to picnic before the movie started. Everyone brings a favorite dish and it’s BYOC – I love… Read more »
We finally have rain in Newport Beach and I love the idea that fall may actually make an appearance in SoCal, if even for a few days. So, I’ve decided to take advantage of the wind and the drop in the temp outside to make one of my favorite rice dishes. Paella is a tricky dish… Read more »
I am a big fan of marinating- veggies, meat, fish, bread. I love to create sauces fully of heady fresh herbs, vinegars, oils and spices. One of my very favorite flavor profiles is chimichurri and it tastes amazing on chicken, flank steak, portobella mushrooms or as a dipping sauce for grilled fresh sourdough bread. … Read more »