Sometimes I am sent something so unique it requires some creative thought to really do it justice. Hatch Chiles from New Mexico are just that. This year Melissa’s Produce sent me these scary green guys that send most people into a frenzy at this time ...
Recipes
Fig and Ginger Brûlée Tart
Figs are my current obsession. They make me happy when I gaze at them. Their sensuously rich, honey-like taste – which always makes me think of a hot summer day under the Mediterranean sun, pairs well with many flavors as well as on their own. I ...
Fresh Figs on Parmesan Crisps @ Figology Fest LA
I am continually surprised at how many people have not succumbed to the pleasure of a fresh fig. I’m sure it’s because the word “fig” is associated with the shriveled up dried fruit plate that your Grandparents received at the holidays, or with a ...
Fresh Apricot Almond Tart
This Fresh Apricot Almond Tart recipe is a great use of seasonal fresh apricots. The easy crust makes it a great recipe for the beginner cook. This week I bought my first apricots of the season at my local farmer’s market. I couldn’t stop eating ...
Egg Salad with Pepper Relish from “The Great Pepper Cookbook”
Fresh and dried peppers are essential ingredients the world over. Yet while growing up in the Midwest, I could remember only eating sweet bell peppers. This meant that I had a lot to learn about one of the most popular, unique and diverse foods on ...