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The Perfect Healthy Spring Pasta Primavera!
Having survived my first brutal winter in NYC, in 1977, I remember being so relieved when the magnolia tree outside my window started blooming its deep pink blossoms. I was a single girl in NYC living in the West Village. I had very little money, and I was happy when...
MIX IT UP, SALAD IN A JAR!!!
Our world today is all about convenience. Grab and Go is what so many of us do especially for lunch. When I don't plan ahead I find myself eating unhealthy. I might grab a little something here and a lot of something there and next thing I know I have binged on...
Level Up Your Brunch Game with my Three-Green Shakshuka
If you love brunch foods as much as I do, shakshuka is a dish you'll have to try at home! Now that my friends and I are all vaccinated, I can't wait to pick up where we left off with Sunday brunches and mimosas. As we welcome spring with open arms and everything...
Cocktails
A Taste Of Capri Party
Hi all! I’m so excited to be back with my bi-weekly blog! It’s been a hectic 6 months with a heck of a lot of packing and unpacking. My husband and I sold our NYC apartment and bought an apartment in Palm Beach last November. And because I am not ready yet to exit...
New Year’s Eve Prosecco Cocktail with Elderflower and Rosemary
We can all agree that a bubbly Prosecco cocktail has a way of making any occasion into a special night to remember. This has been a tough year on all of us, but sharing stories with friends over cocktails has been a pastime that brings me so much joy. After all, my...
My Espresso Martini Is A Perfectly Indulgent Cocktail
There are cocktails that you make for a cozy night in, like my hot cider-mulled wine, and there are cocktails that give you a little pep to your step. The beloved espresso martini is one of those drinks that gets your night started! My version of this time-honored...
Hors D’Oeuvres
Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Spread with Chili Pita Chips
Caramelized onions are truly magic in the kitchen. In my opinion, they can add a whole new layer of flavor to any recipe. If you know me, you know how much I love to make easy appetizers, especially alongside one of my signature cocktails. My goat cheese and...
Grilled Artichokes with Remoulade
Grilled artichokes are one of life's simple pleasures. Artichokes can be so much fun to eat! I brush them with butter and garlic and grill them to get a wonderful smoky flavor. You can't have grilled artichokes without a rich, tangy dipping sauce like remoulade! Since...
Crostini with Herbed Ricotta and Candied Kumquats
Crostini originated when poor Italian peasants used bread to eat their food off of instead of plates, because they didn't have any! It was often stale and had to be soaked in a liquid to make it edible. Today, you can find crostini around the world, served as small...
Entrées
End of Summer BBQ with Cajun Style Seafood Boil and Ice Cream Parfaits
Can you believe summer is almost over? As the days get shorter, I know my grilling time is limited. I love to get on the grill and finish out the season with a splashy barbeque. These recipes are great for impressing your dinner guests with a simple and delicious...
Grilled Swordfish Steaks with Fennel and White Peach Salad and Garlicky Red Wine Vinaigrette
This recipe celebrates many of my favorite things about summer cooking...fresh fish on the grill paired with beautiful fruit and in this case, white peaches. Whether you are making lunch for two or want to double the recipe for a dinner party, these swordfish steaks...
The Perfect Healthy Spring Pasta Primavera!
Having survived my first brutal winter in NYC, in 1977, I remember being so relieved when the magnolia tree outside my window started blooming its deep pink blossoms. I was a single girl in NYC living in the West Village. I had very little money, and I was happy when...
Desserts
End of Summer BBQ with Cajun Style Seafood Boil and Ice Cream Parfaits
Can you believe summer is almost over? As the days get shorter, I know my grilling time is limited. I love to get on the grill and finish out the season with a splashy barbeque. These recipes are great for impressing your dinner guests with a simple and delicious...
Summer Berry Pavlova
When I grew up in Texas, I remember my mother’s wonderful parties. She made everything from scratch. One of my mother's favorite desserts to make for a crowd was a Pavlova, a large meringue base filled with fruits and topped with whipped cream and of course ice...
Passover Macaroons
Coconut macaroons are the quintessential passover dessert! Not to be confused with the French-style pastry made with almond meal, coconut macaroons are baked with shredded coconut, beaten egg whites, and sweetened condensed milk. They're naturally gluten-free which...
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