Dinner
Kale Pesto
Kale Pesto
Not Your Average Rice Bowl!!
I don't know about you, but when I stepped out of my house yesterday (on crutches... but that's a whole other story), I took a deep breathe in and realized that spring had finally sprung! The trees in Central Park are blooming and nature is ALIVE!!! Ah.. winter is...
Not Your Average Rice Bowl!
Not Your Average Rice Bowl!
CURE FOR COUTURE: THE FINAL COUNTDOWN
THE FINAL COUNTDOWN!! Drum roll please! My 90 day shopping detox is coming to an end. Yep, can you even believe that it has been three months? Did I survive? Well, I lived to write another blog post, so I guess you know the answer to that. But what about my soul? My...
Homemade Udon Noodles
Udon Noodles Stir Fry I have a huge brag! This week I wrapped up the online video cooking school called Rouxbe and I graduated with my plant based course certificate. I received my chef certificate many years ago from the New York Restaurant School but this course was...
Fresh Udon Noodles
These thick Japanese wheat noodles, are chewy and served in hot broths, soups, or stir-fry. Studies show that they migrated from China in 800s when the Buddhist Monks made their way back to Japan. A simple cooking method to these noodles, brings out the flavors in the...
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST CRAB CAKES with CHEF DAVID BURKE
The Best Crab Cakes In The World! David Burke and I have been friends for many years, he invited me to The Wayfarer to make one of his favorite recipes, and what I think are the Best Crab Cakes in the World. Check out the video and recipe below. Celebrity Chef David...
Pretzel Crusted Crab Cake
Pretzel Crusted Crab Cake
LONDON CALLING: MEETING MR. COGSWORTH EDITION
London Calling: Meeting Mr. Cogsworth Edition When you think of traveling to the continent you typically think of the Queen Mum, high tea, great estates, Harrods, Shakespeare, and art. This trip to England was no different. As you know I wined, I dined, I danced, I...
LONDON CALLING: RESTAURANT & PARTY EDITION
London Calling: Restaurant & Party Edition Why do I love London? That is easy. It is the perfect combination of tradition, and pomp and circumstance juxtaposed with a cool, hip, rock n'roll vibe that really makes the city come alive. There is truly something for...
CHICKPEA THREE WAYS
Recently I have started cooking and experimenting more with healthy vegetarian food. I love learning new recipes and decided that after my detox last year that I would eat vegetarian for at least 2 meals a day and sometimes 3 meals. This is called a Flexitarian Diet...
Tuna-less Salad
If your a vegetarian but love a good sandwich then this recipe is for you. I love a good tuna salad, so I came up with the closest vegetarian thing to a tuna salad. By adding nori seaweed flakes to chickpeas you get the same texture, and flavor as a tuna-salad. You...
CHICKPEA SNACK
Here is the easiest way to reach your fiber goal everyday. These simple chickpea snacks, there better then goldfish - and healthier. You can make them for the kids, or to just keep around in the house for you to snack on. Takes 10 minutes, and cheaper then any bag of...
Italian Chickpea Stew
This recipe is perfect for a winter day, or to make for daily lunches. Instead of sitting at your office thinking about which seamless place looks better, make this on a Sunday night and bulk it up for the whole week. It's easy to add protein to this recipe, and work...
Valentine’s Day Recipes Part 2
Valentine's Day Recipes Part 2!!! If you're still looking for a few sexy, and flirtatious Valentine's Day recipes, then we have more for you! We have been whipping up some decadent sweets! Espresso Chocolate Cake This recipe was inspired by an online cooking course...
Espresso Chocolate Cake
Espresso Chocolate Cake
NEWS FLASH!!! VALENTINE’S DAY RECIPES
NEWS FLASH!!! Beat Bobby Flay I'm excited to be a judge on the 7th season of beat Bobby Flay. My episode is premiering on Thursday, February 11th at 10PM. Make sure to set your DVR to see who wins the battle. Continuing on... if you're looking for a few sexy, and...
The Best Dairy-Free Mexican Hot Chocolate
Seriously friends – ride out this cold front from the comfort of your cozy couches! I can’t think of a better way to hunker down than with the best dairy-free Mexican hot chocolate recipe. It’s even better sipped with a loved one. ❤️❤️❤️ Check out this link on how to...
Vegan Diva’s Chocolate Mousse Parfait
This is the most popular item at Vegan Divas, and with good reason. The Vegan Diva's Chocolate Mousse Parfait beautifully smooth mouthfeel of this mousse comes from a combination of high-quality chocolate, silky tofu and just a touch of canola oil. Fresh raspberries...
Hearty Chicken Sausage and White Bean Soup
Winter is the perfect time for soup and making homemade chicken broth. In my last video, I showed you how to make the bone broth and this video will inspire you to make an easy chicken sausage and white bean soup that will fill you up but is still healthy and...
Hearty Chicken Sausage & White Bean Soup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPFJaIf-qNk Hearty Chicken Sausage & White Bean Soup
CURE FOR COUTURE PART 2
So I’m sure you’re curious… have I cheated??? Have I visited my boyfriends, Louis, Christian, Oscar and Roberto and let them lure me into shopping heaven? It’s been 22 days of my shopping detox… Cure for Couture. I am proud to say that I have not relented! It feels...
Homemade Bone Broth
Winter is upon us, and what better idea than to get into the kitchen and start making homemade bone broth. It's not difficult. I promise. This is a quick and easy recipe that you can set and forget. This new trend of bone broth has renewed what I learned over 30...
CURE FOR COUTURE
I have a confession to make. I have a secret that I have been hiding. I can't go on living this lie anymore. I feel I really must tell you the truth. As they say, "new year, new you." I have an addiction. If you guessed chocolate you would be sort of correct. If you...
RING IN THE NEW YEAR IN THE RIGHT WAY
As I savor the last few days of 2015, I have so much to be grateful for, and I'm sure that you do as well. As a yearly ritual, I make a list of all my gratefuls for the past year. It feels so good to acknowledge those around me and to even acknowledge myself. To...
Raspberry Sparkler
Raspberry Sparkler 1/2 pint raspberries 1 tablespoon sugar 1 bottle of Prosecco or Champagne In a bowl add raspberry and sugar Muddle the raspberry for two minutes until broken down Let the raspberry sit for 10 minutes Strain the raspberry through a fine...
LAST MINUTE EASY HOLIDAY RECIPE: SWEET and SPICY NUTS
Greetings to you all, As I get ready for the last week of Christmas shopping and Holiday festivities, I thought I would share with you this perfect last minute recipe for Sweet and Spicy Cocktail Nuts. This recipe is no fail, easy and designed to help you entertain...
My holiday gift guide
I always appreciate when someone brings me a gift when I entertain. Its a lovely gesture which I return frequently. However I wish people would be a little bit more creative than wine, candles, and champagne. Most of my friends don't know that I am allergic to...
HOLIDAY TOFFEE
I recently invited Alison Mahoney to come over and make some holiday treats. We whipped up some deliciously decadent chocolate toffee, and we both started humming holiday songs. I mean, I LOVE to sing when I bake - being in the kitchen makes my heart sing....
Holiday Toffee
Holiday Toffee
My first date with William(sburg)
Brooklyn Beckons Unless you've been living under a rock, or getting your ohm on in an ashram, you know that Brooklyn is the place to be. Artists, artisans, and intelligentsia alike are blazing a trend-making trail in fashion, art, and food. I knew I had to make the...
Holiday Trifle
Holiday Trifle
SPICE UP YOUR HOLIDAY WITH MY SPECIAL HOLIDAY SANGRIA!
As you know I am always looking for new ways to take entertaining to another level. When I found Fruzen Ice and these imaginative ice cubes, it filled a lot of my criteria for spicing things up. These ice cubes can be filled with anything that you can imagine from...
Holiday Sangria
Holiday Sangria
Sweet & Spicy Nuts
Sweet & Spicy Nuts
Chocolate Almond Flourless Cake
This cake isn’t one of those dense flourless monstrosities. This cake is so light and soft, it’s almost a mix between a pudding and a souffle. The chocolate flavor is intense – mainly because of how much melted chocolate goes into it! Not to mention all that nutty...
Sugar-Free Pear and Grape Conserve
Sugar-Free Pear and Grape Conserve
Warm Farro Salad
Warm Farro Salad
HOMEMADE SENSUAL STRACCIATELLA!!
Aren’t you always fascinated when you hear a story about someone who experiences a traumatic accident and then uses it to create a life changing path for themselves??? Meet the latest wonder woman of the restaurant world Zahra Tangora, one of the leading Women Chefs...
Pavlova
Pavlova
The Best Cioppino Recipe
After a crazy week of running around, sometimes you need to calm down, take a deep breathe, and start cooking. Sundays are often my days to rejuvenate, relax and get ready for another crazy week ahead. My husband and I like to have alone time on Sunday evenings, so...
Ciopppino
Ciopppino
Brooklyn’s newest nuts
This week we decided to travel to Downtown Brooklyn, and bring you behind the doors of the Tigernut Factory. You might ask yourself what is a Tigernut? Well its not exactly what you are thinking. Even though Tiger Woods nuts are very popular, these nuts are not made...
MICHELIN vs. BISTRO – PARIS STYLE!!
18 years ago (has it really been that long???) my husband and I took a trip to France and ate at four different Michelin 3 star restaurants in one week. Every meal was 4- 5 hours and sensational but after that extravagant week of eating I was cured from my three...
Kale and Red Kuri Squash Salad
In this video chef agreed to show me how to make his Red Kuri Squash Salad with Kale, Parmesan Tuille, and Honey-Chile Vinaigrette. The salad is hearty and packed with umami– not something you’d usually get in a salad. I am a huge fan of...
Cooking and eating in the city of love!
Another trip to Paris… Quel ennui???? Not for me! I had a very good reason to go this fall to celebrate a special birthday for my sister. It started out as a girls trip and then after six days of shopping, eating, and museums; my husband arrived to contribute to our...
New event venue, start booking!!
Do you wish you could entertain at home but simply don’t have the space? Rather have someone else do the cooking for you? Fall is the perfect time to get together in NYC, but dining out at restaurants can be impersonal, frenzied, and loud. There’s nothing worse...
A Sexy New Look
New Year Rebranding This past week, as I celebrated Rosh Hashanah with family and brought in the Jewish New Year, I reflected on everything that's happened in the past year. It's been an incredible year filled with travel, lots of inspiration, flirting, and beautiful...
Confetti Spaghetti!
Zucchini and Summer Squash is available all year long, and I'm still picking them from my garden. Thus, I've been experimenting lately with summer squash recipes. Usually, I like to grill it up to go with my fish or steak, or in a salad. But I found a new way to use...
Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Curried Butternut Squash Soup 2 1/2 pounds cubed butternut squash 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons butter 2 small pears, cored, peeled and chopped 1 1/2 yellow onion, cut into chunks 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated 2 garlic cloves, peeled and grated...
A TRUE CLASSIC
Annual Horse Show When first organized in the early 1900s, the annual Horse Show in Southampton took place on Lake Agawam. The event was suspended during WWI and picked up again during the Roaring 20s! During the next decade or so, riding and the Horse Show flourished...
Peachy Keen
A few weeks ago, I co-hosted a party with a friend in the Hamptons. We both shared cooking duties, but he did the dessert. Let me tell you, it was so simple but so delicious. The large group of 80 guests loved it! He roasted peaches, served them on a platter...
WORLDS AWAY
Out of all the adventures I've been on this summer, my absolute favorite has to be visiting my son, Zach and his fiance Sally in Denver, Colorado. If you remember my Mother's Day post, back in May I said farewell to my only child as he embarked on a huge move cross...
A CHEEKY KNEES UP! (A FABULOUS PARTY)
It's almost midway through August and I can barely believe it! This summer has been filled with so many wonderful events and it feels like it will never end! But, the fun isn't over just yet. If you recall, last year I went to the most opulent, delicious, and...
WHEN IN ROME…
On a beautiful, clear night in Rome, my husband Michael and I ventured out for a dinner that unbeknownst to us at the time, would become unforgettable. The restaurant was Assunta Madre, located on Via Guilia, and is beloved and frequented by many celebrities,...
DRINK ME!
You all know that I love parties and I love to travel. So, when the opportunity arrises to combine these things, you better believe I jump on it! It’s high season in Saint-Tropez, that sliver of summertime when international nomads and billionaires nestle in on...
EXPO MILANO!
Summer is the perfect time to travel. The weather is beautiful, everything seems to slow down for a few months, and quite frankly, it is just too damn hot to sit around and bake on my 5th Avenue terrace all summer! I've taken some of my best trips during summer...
Fancy Food Show Review!
Every year I look forward to attending the Fancy Food Show. Held in the Javits Center, the Fancy Food Show is a gathering of the best and hottest food and beverage items all in one place! When I left, my head was spinning and my stomach was rumbling from the sheer...
THE PERFECT HOSTESS GIFT! FEATURING COUNTESS LUANN
Summer is in full swing, and that means summer parties! Cookouts, cocktail hours, pool parties, and outdoor dinner invitations seem to be cropping up by the dozen. If you are planning one of these summer bashes, you've probably had a schedule in mind for weeks in...
ETIQUETTE WITH COUNTESS LUANN!
This week, I'm doing something a little different. As you can see in the photo above I'm not in my usual domain, the kitchen! On top of being a chef, I'm also a great hostess (which I got from my momma, of course!) and I've been getting a lot of questions about party...
The Best Part of Waking Up…
Coffee. The best part of the morning for most, necessary for some. Did you know, on average Americans spend about 18 billion dollars on coffee beverages? Yikes. That's a lot of caffeine! I'll admit, I'm often tempted by the rich, luscious smell of a freshly brewed...
EATING FOR PLEASURE
By now, you've seen Part 1 and the Bonus video in my Jena La Flamme series. If you haven't, what are you waiting for? Jena taught me so much during our time together. Although I've never had a serious weight problem, the older I get, the more difficult it is to keep...
Pleasurable Eating Bonus Video: A Vinaigrette DIY!
What's a salad without a little vinaigrette? Last week, I introduced to you weight loss expert Jena la Flamme. She wrote an incredible book on pleasurable weight loss (get it here) We danced and chatted and made a gorgeous salad! If you missed it, click here to...
THE ART of PLEASURABLE EATING with JENA la FLAMME
A while ago, I was introduced to the Womanly Arts Mastery Program founded by Regena Thomashauer, aka Mama Gena. This program was life changing for me! I was fortunate enough to meet the incredible Jena la Flamme through this program, and boy has she taken pleasure to...
Pineapple Mango Punch
Everyone has one memory or another involving punch. I know I have a few! Whether it was from your first mixer, getting in trouble for spiking the punch at your prom, or hosting your first cookout, the punch bowl is a cornerstone of warm weather memories. On that note-...
The Easiest Avocado Toast Ever
Instagram is one of my favorite places to discover food trends. With food stylists, food magazines, and prominent chefs boasting their latest eats and creations, it’s so easy to find inspiration within these gorgeous photos! With a spike in healthy lifestyles many of...
From Texas, With (Motherly) Love
Last week, you had a glimpse of the wonderful bond between my son Zach and me as we made one of his favorite childhood recipes. As he was making the journey to the next phase of his life, getting engaged and moving away, I was reminded how much I cherish and love all...
Love and Tomato Sauce
This week, I helped my son Zach make a big transition: moving from NYC out to Denver, Colorado. Zach is my only child, and has been living close to me since college, so this is a huge change for me. When I first moved to NYC I came as an aspiring dancer, and Zach...
A Dancer’s Delight- the Pavlova
As you know, I was raised in Wichita Falls, Texas. There, my mom was a very active member of our community, frequently throwing dinner parties and hosting guests. Usually, for dessert she would roll out this giant meringue that was the size of a frisbee, smothered in...
Flirting with Happy Hour (an homage to the Negroni)
Shelly Fireman and I have been friends for over 20 years. Over that time, I've come to know the quirky and affable character that is Shelly. On top of being an extraordinarily successful businessman, Shelly brings his personality and love of Italian cuisine to many of...
Flirting with Farro
Last week, I decided that I needed a new side dish to update the same old brisket and gefilte fish on Passover. My mother used to serve farfel, a small egg noodle, but I wanted something a little more modern. Digging in my pantry, I found farro, one of my favorite...
Homemade Chocolate Covered Matzo
Passover is such a special time of year for me, as it is for many. As y'all know, my Jewish roots deeply intersected with my Texan upbringing. I have many fond memories of helping my mother prepare for this holiday; the beautiful Passover dinner, setting the table,...
FEELING LUCKY (RICE) IN NYC
Here I was again, another Friday night, another incredible food event. Hot off my stint at the Charleston Wine + Food, I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to attend the Lucky Rice event at the Mandarin Oriental on Friday, March 20th, thanks to my friend...
Phone Apps for the Kitchen!
3 Useful Apps for Every Home Cook I haven't always been the most tech savvy in the kitchen; relying on cookbooks stained with old attempts at recipes, or a notecard from my files. These days, my phone comes with me everywhere, so why not bring it into the kitchen?...
Charleston Wine + Food Festival
As most of you know, I’m a sucker for a good food festival. I mean, who isn’t really? Endless opportunities to eat and drink, plus a plethora of foodies and talented individuals to meet!! For the last 15 years or so, Michael and I have made a point to attend the South...
Sugar-Free Pear Conserve with Ginger and Cardamom
If you read my blog last week, you saw just how much leftover fruit I had from my Italian Abbodanza dinner party. The great thing about using fresh fruit as a part of a tablescape is that you can reuse it, unlike pricey flowers. I had bushels of pears and grapes to...
MY ITALIAN ABBODANZA DINNER PARTY!
You all know how much I love to entertain, but sometimes setting the table can be daunting, even to me. Themes are an easy way to organize a table setting, but some themes are easier than others! I wanted to have an Italian-themed party this time around. It’s so...
INSIDE MY DETOX at THE OPTIMUM HEALTH INSTITUTE
I know I look healthy....but the weight is creeping up with my rather excessive eating lifestyle! I eat pretty healthy most of the time, but there are weeks when I go out every night. How's a girl to deal without becoming a slave to the treadmill?! I decided to go...
Morning After Quinoa Bowl
"Morning after what?!" You're probably thinking. Well, not only is this dish an exotic and fun way to wake up your sweetie in the morning, it's also a nutrition-packed dish that will help erase a night of overindulgence! You can feel a lot better about all the...
The Dreamiest (One-Bowl) Chocolate Cake EVER!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIWNnwhbdVs&feature=youtu.be Valentine's Day - whether you love it or dread it - has one perk everyone can agree on. Chocolate galore! Chocolate makes everyone feel sexy and indulgent, whether it's enjoyed solo or with a loved one....
Exploring Fabulous Décor & Gifts NYC: William Wayne!
Sometimes finding unique items for the table can be challenging. Where do you find really sensational linens, china, glassware, and hostess gifts that are more interesting than the run-of-the-mill stuff at chain stores? William-Wayne and Co I discovered...
MY JANUARY WHITE PARTY
I live to entertain – especially during the holidays. That's why I felt so odd not entertaining guests this year! I knew I had to do something special in January to make up for it. Plus, who couldn’t use a party to get them through the dead of winter? What better way...
NEW YEAR’S in ANGUILLA!
Dear Anguilla, I’m sorry for forgetting how much I love you! We used to go every year until we discovered St. Barts 16 years ago. It was time to go back for a (post-holiday) holiday. I’m so glad we decided to revisit the island—it was an amazing trip. A Heavenly Stay...
Make Homemade Cashew Milk
It's New Year's Resolution season again! For so many years I used to make extreme diet/exercise resolutions, but I've finally learned that they never work. What's worked best for me is simplicity and moderation in everything. I start my days with green juices and...
GOODBYE 2014! MY YEAR IN HIGHLIGHTS
I hope you are having a lovely holiday season! I'm happy to be warm and in Miami with my brother, sister and family and then onto Anguilla for the New Year. Can you believe it's going to be 2015 in just a few days? I say this every year, but 2014 seriously flew by!...
ITALIAN COOKING PARTY SNEAK PEAK
Imagine you've been invited to a very special evening. Upon arrival, you walk into a beautiful space with terrace views overlooking a Central Park sunset. You're greeted with a festive cocktail and invited to enjoy hors d'ourves while catching up with five of your...
EXPLORING MIAMI ART BASEL
Since this has been my year of exploration, I thought I'd go back to Art Basel after taking a few years off. It's gotten bigger and better (and wilder, and crazier) since the last time I visited. It's all about the art, but it's also about the scene. The international...
The Perfect 3-Ingredient Holiday Cocktail
There's nothing like holiday cocktail parties. It's the best time of year! But let's be honest--- it's a stressful time too. So much to do, so little time! It's easy for me to put entertaining on the back burner. But instead of wimping out, I find ways to make holiday...
Bitter Lettuces with Persimmon, Pomegranate, and Walnuts
Aren't persimmons a work of art? Persimmons may be the most gorgeous fruit I've ever seen. That color is just stunning! I even have a dress that color. But I'll admit, sometimes I don't quite know what to do with them. They're sweet and delicious on their own and...
Pamela and the Mariebelle Chocolate Factory!
Nothing says Love like Chocolate Thanksgiving is next week, and I'm sure many of you will be dinner guests. Why not bring something a little more exciting than a bottle of wine? Let me take you on a adventure to explore the most sensational host gift...
HOW TO OPEN A BOTTLE OF WINE THE RIGHT WAY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmUbOuNaaVw With the holidays coming up, it goes without saying that we'll be opening a LOT of wine. That's why I asked my friend and wine expert Jacques Azoulay show us the proper way to uncork any bottle. Watch how smoothly he gets...
FLIRTING WITH FLAVORS PARTY GIVEAWAY
It's official. I just saw Bloomingdales' holiday displays are out (before Halloween!). Yes, it's time to start thinking about the holidays. But wait! Don't get stressed out. Remember when you used to get EXCITED for the holidays? How about we get that sizzle back?...
Mussels and Clams Marinara with Almonds PLUS Special Guest Jacques Azoulay
I guess it's pretty apparent that I fell in love with Sicilian food this summer — after all, this is the fourth blog I've written about it. I just can't stop gushing! The Sicilian approach to cooking is so similar to mine. It's unfussy, from the heart, and all about...
MY TOP 5 ROAST CHICKENS in NYC
I'm lucky I married someone who loves roast chicken as much as I do. It would be a whole lot harder finishing off the classic "roast chicken for two" without him! I don't know if you know this or not, but roast chicken was the first thing I ever cooked for Michael. He...
The Authentic Sicilian Hero
Though my husband always whines when I'm on social media during vacation, he sure was happy about it this time! On my recent vacation in Sicily, one of my Facebook friends, Akasha Richmond, commented on a photo of me in Siracusa recommending a sandwich stand I just...
Shana Tova! Decluttering in the New Year
Shana Tova, everyone! This week's blog is in honor of the Jewish New Year . This being the first Rosh Hashanah without my mother, I've been feeling particularly nostalgic and introspective. My old Rosh Hashanah tradition was to visit my Mom in Newport Beach followed...
BURNING MAN: LESSONS LEARNED
After a Summer of traveling, fabulous weddings, and other adventures, I had the biggest adventure of them all — Burning Man! I bet you’re wondering, “Why would Pamela go to BURNING MAN??? Isn’t that for crazy hippie kids and electronic music junkies?” All my friends...
My Sicilian Adventure, Part 2!
It’s time for part two of my Sicilian journey! We left off last time just as I was leaving Taormina for Siracusa, where I had one of the most incredible meals of all time. Our first night in Siracusa, we made plans to visit the tiny Apollonion Osteria da Carlo, a...
My Sicilian Adventure, Part 1
I’ve always had a love affair with Italy. I will never forget my first trip to the Amalfi Coast 22 years ago when I fell in love with everything Italian. I also fell in love with my husband, Michael!!! Since then, I’ve been to Italy many times, but it’s never enough....
FALL PARTIES AT FLIRTING WITH FLAVORS
Do you wish you could entertain at home but simply don't have the space? Rather have someone else do the cooking for you? Fall is the perfect time to get together in NYC, but dining out at restaurants can be impersonal, frenzied, and loud. There's nothing worse than...