As we approach the middle of August, I come to the sad realization that the summer is officially dwindling down. Soon the humid air that makes us crave refreshing dishes will be a thing of the past and we'll being clinging to warm, savory foods...
What better way to ring in the fourth than with a family gathering and a delicious meal decked out in all the right colors. This easy to do ravioli recipe will help make any dinner table festive. Each ravioli is stuffed with a simple, yet...
Nothing beats the scent of fresh basil filling up the kitchen. When you make a pesto and begin to crush the delicate green leaves together with olive oil and salt the aroma naturally releases and fills the air. I wanted to change things up and...
About a month back I attended a book signing for Alex Guarnaschelli’s new cookbook Old-School Comfort Food at Fish’s Eddys. The book itself is well designed. The nostalgic looking pattern on the bind of the book looks as if it came straight off the walls...
For the past few days, I have been away from my lovely yet chaotic home in New York City and have been traveling in San Francisco. Unfortunately, this trip has been for business and I am currently in a hotel room without a kitchen. No...
Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone! I hope everyone's day is filled with fun and friends, I know mine will be. The last thing you want to be doing on a day of celebration is to be sitting in the kitchen slaving away over hour long...
My first encounter with the term blood orange was actually with the San Pellegrino drink. Not to be confused with the traditional Aranciata flavor, the Aranciata Rossa flavor was introduced to me by one of my fancy food loving best friends. Blood orange has a...
Nothing better to wake up to then a batch of freshly made doughnuts. I remember as a child my family would take a trip to the nearest Krispy Kreme to watch the doughnuts being made. My favorite part was when the workers, with their white...
Why does it always feel that as soon as spring hits everyone's schedule gets crazy? From running around at work, to spring cleaning, to just plain old wanting to enjoy the fresh air I feel like the months of March and (almost) April have flown...
There is something about the mix of apple, cinnamon, and walnuts that brings a warm feeling to my stomach. These pancakes are light and cakey made with an apple puree and have a crunch from the walnuts. Ingredients: 1 granny smith apple 1 tbls heavy cream 1 cup all...
Everyday I am grateful for the discovery of hazelnuts. This nut is most popularly associated with the sweet Nutella spread but is also used in many baking recipes. Its cute, plump shape and significant crunch make this nut one of my favorites. I have had a...
With Easter only about a week away we decided to get to work and scrounge the internet for last minute essentials. Here is a list of our top 5 favorite items to prepare for Easter festivities: 1. Jonathan Adler Mod Dot Dinnerware $50 for set of 4 2. Crate...
Eggs were always a popular item in our household growing up. The first thing I typically heard every morning as I made my way downstairs was my dad's voice saying "Want breakfast? Want some eggs? I'm making eggs." Half the time it was not even...
[caption id="attachment_319" align="aligncenter" width="523"] Caramel Biscotti[/caption] Biscotti is amazing but I would say the crunch of it is an acquired taste. When I was growing up, I was a fan of soft chewy cookies and sugar cookies were my favorite. Very opposite of what a biscotti...
[caption id="attachment_308" align="aligncenter" width="523"] S'mores Fudge Pots[/caption] "You're killing me smalls. These are s'mores stuff. Pay attention. First, you take the graham. You stick the chocolate on the graham. Then, you roast the mallow. When the mallow's flamin' you stick it on the chocolate. Then, you...
[caption id="attachment_280" align="aligncenter" width="523"] Chicken Marsala Ravioli[/caption] I grew up working as a catering server. One dish that was always popular for parties was Chicken Marsala. The distinct taste of the Marsala wine paired perfectly with the chicken, mushrooms, etc. was a dish worth remembering. Here,...
[caption id="attachment_291" align="aligncenter" width="418"] Pistachio Chicken Burgers[/caption] In honor of National Pistachio Day, we are incorporating pistachios into one of America's all-time favorites: the burger. We are not making just a classic American Burger however, we are making a burger with ingredients that pair best with...
[caption id="attachment_270" align="aligncenter" width="523"] Maple Bacon Pear Salad topped with Arugla[/caption] I grew to love the combination of maple and bacon ever since I was a kid and the maple syrup on my pancakes would ooze over onto the bacon side of my plate. The salty...
[caption id="attachment_262" align="aligncenter" width="523"] Sweet Potato Tater Tots[/caption] Tater tots serve as a great snack. This easy to eat finger food can be served up with breakfast or as a light snack during the afternoon. These tots are made of sweet potato and have a light...
[caption id="attachment_237" align="aligncenter" width="523"] Goat Cheese Quiche[/caption] I am a huge fan of brunch and brunch items. Here, I've made quiche tartlets composed of goat cheese, roasted red pepper, spinach, and topped with parmesan cheese. The crust has a bit of sweetness to it as I...