Every time I order spring rolls at an Asian restaurant or those amazing Thai Lettuce Wraps at The Cheesecake Factory, I am reminded of how much I love Peanut Dipping Sauce. However, until recently, I had never thought about making it at home. I know I’m not alone on that. See, I made Spring Rolls…
Egg Free
Arugula Feta Melon Salad
Summer is in full swing and nothing beats the heat quite like a cool, crisp and refreshing salad. I don’t know about you, but when I hear cool, crisp and refreshing, one word comes to mind: Watermelon. Hey, it’s not just a summertime snack anymore. We’re taking this all-time summer favorite and mixing it with…
Homemade Citrus Vinaigrette
A citrus dressing that is perfect for any summer salad! A little tangy, a little sweet…but perfectly balanced to make your salad shine! Stay tuned until next Tuesday when we roll out a wonderful Summer Salad that pairs perfectly with this Homemade Citrus Vinaigrette. Mix up and Enjoy! A citrus dressing that is perfect for…
Freedom Pops
The Fourth of July is one of my most favorite holidays. It brings back such great memories of my childhood…heading down in full red, white and blue attire to the Fourth of July parade on Foothill Boulevard in La Cañada Flintridge, California. Perched on my folding lawn chair, I could have sit there happily all…
Mediterranean Swordfish
I love to travel. And while I enjoy seeing the sights, my perfect trip involves mixing in with the locals. That’s when I feel like I’m truly experiencing the culture. Part of mixing in with the locals, for me, is enjoying the foods that are unique to the place I’m visiting. I’m always fascinated by…
Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Making great food is all about sharing it with the ones you love. It’s about the whole experience of the meal, though…not just the food. So, of course, I love recipes that I can make in advance so that when my guests arrive, I have time to spend with them, rather than being stuck in…
Avocado Cilantro Dressing
Great on Salad or as a complement to Mexican food, this Avocado Cilantro Dressing is nice alternative to your everyday dressing! Try it an let us know what you think! Great on Salad or as a complement to Mexican food, this Avocado Cilantro Dressing is a nice alternative to your everyday dressing!
Green Bean Tart
Puffy, crispy, cheesy, yum! This Green Bean Tart is a guaranteed crowd pleaser!
Mmm… Mojito…
Even though Summer doesn’t technically arrive in the US until June 21, I have always equated the beginning of summer with the Memorial Day weekend. Ironically, I say this, but as I look outside this morning, it is overcast and cool here in L.A. No worries, though, Summer will be here before long and it’s…
4 Seasons Vegetable Dip
Nothing brings on a snoozefest quite like a vegetable tray…and with Memorial Day coming up, this is a holiday that deserves much, much better! Don’t get me wrong, I love vegetables, but when perusing the buffet table at a party, I will ALWAYS pass on those completely uninspired, individually compartmented trays of the good stuff. …
Honey Crunch Mac + Cheese
When I think of Macaroni and Cheese, my mind goes blank and I am overcome with an inner feeling of peace, happiness and joy! Ahhhhh! It is definitely one of those comfort foods for which I will enthusiastically always respond: Yes! Please! With the summer BBQ season coming into full swing, I thought this would…
Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
I love enchiladas, but I never think to make them. For some reason, when I’m in the mood for Mexican food, I always default to tacos. In all fairness, tacos have their own day…Tuesday…so it’s only natural I would think of them first. Darn Taco marketers. Growing up, my mom would make more traditional Enchiladas,…