Spring Asparagus and Peas Risotto
May 21, 2012 8:00 am 1 CommentSecond instalment in the risotto “series”. Here is a special spring treat – combining asparagus and risotto for a lovely... View Article
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How to Cook A Risotto
May 20, 2012 7:40 am 3 CommentsLet’s talk risotto. Risotto is a fabulous culinary creation. Creamy and satisfying yet with a little bite, it has beautiful balance... View Article
A Foodie Packs to go on Vacation
May 18, 2012 7:33 pm 5 CommentsPacking for a trip is an art form. I remember when the kids were little and we drove for a... View Article
French Potato Salad
May 18, 2012 12:35 am 3 CommentsWho doesn’t like potato salad? I make a few different kinds: my mother’s recipe with just mayo, carrots, and pickles,... View Article
Fennel, Mango and Grapefruit Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette
May 17, 2012 8:00 am Comments Off on Fennel, Mango and Grapefruit Salad with Honey Lime VinaigretteTraditionally fennel is paired with orange and there are many salad recipes combining these two ingredients with various dressings. While... View Article
Vegetables and Feta Filo Roll
May 16, 2012 9:06 am Comments Off on Vegetables and Feta Filo RollFilo pastry is very versatile and easy to use. It’s true that you need to work reasonably fast to prevent... View Article
Zucchini-Potato Cakes with Yogurt-Lemon Sauce
May 9, 2012 2:51 am 8 CommentsI had three beautiful zucchinis sitting in my fridge for the last few days staring at me with anticipation every... View Article
White Asparagus with Blood Oranges,Hazelnuts and white Balsamic vinaigrette
May 7, 2012 11:17 pm Comments Off on White Asparagus with Blood Oranges,Hazelnuts and white Balsamic vinaigretteThe fabulous white asparagus is only in season for a very short time in the spring and when it’s available... View Article
Pasta with Fresh Cherry Tomatoes and Mizithra
May 2, 2012 9:48 am 7 CommentsI am launching the site with a simple recipe that has been in my cooking “repertoire” for years. It is... View Article
Breakfast Tartine
May 2, 2012 8:00 am 5 CommentsTartine is a French way of saying open face sandwiches. “shall I make you a tartine” is so much more... View Article
Going Live with Olive Oil and Lemons
April 18, 2012 11:19 pm 7 CommentsThis site has been in the making for quite a while. When asked what I am doing over the last... View Article
Belgian Endive & Frisée Salad w/ Walnuts, Goat Cheese & Creamy Mustard Vinaigrette
April 18, 2012 11:02 pm 2 CommentsThis is a nice salad, pretty and refreshing with many layers of flavours and textures. Use baby frisée and pick... View Article