Chiang Mai Chicken on Endive Spears is a impressive appetizer that is easy to make. Recently I was invited to a lunch cooked by Chef Katie Chin, an Asian food expert, cookbook author, TV host and food blogger. The meal was wonderful and Katie ...
summer entertaining
Grilled Corn, Tomatoes & Basil Salad
This simple and fresh Grilled Corn, Tomatoes & Basil Salad is a combination of summer's best flavors. Sweet corn was a welcome summer favorite at our home in the Midwest. I don’t know who was more excited about it, the raccoons or me. My furry ...
Salads that Scream Olé
Nothing screams olé more than this show-stopping Spinach and Flaming Strawberry Sangria Salad. Life of a Spanish Party... "Salad cannot be the life of a party,” a friend said to me recently. As an inveterate salad lover, this gave me pause for ...
Nectarine Salsa & Whipped Goat Cheese Bruschetta
This gorgeous Nectarine Salsa & Whipped Goat Cheese Bruschetta is a wonderful summertime treat. Southern California grows an amazing selection of summer fruits. I love them all, but the nectarine is currently my favorite. They are a no-fuss ...
Rosemary-Lemon Spanish Olives with Manchego Cheese
These Rosemary-Lemon Spanish Olives with Manchego Cheese are delicious, nutritious and easy to make. I love picnics. It is that time of the year when we move our feasts to the great outdoors. One of my favorite picnic items is marinated ...