Why thank you “A.I.” for this depiction of a simpler time, because I am taking part in a food challenge that asked me to revisit an old favorite cookbook – and I went to one of the originals! “The Joy… Read More ›
Chef memoirs
Watermelon Mojito Popsicles For Summer! Refreshing Treats For Hot Days!
Watermelon Makes For A Healthy Summer! As hot weather has taken over the US, I am looking for refreshing recipes for summer – and was reminding that my blogging friend Molly has a great site called Transatlantic Notes, and she… Read More ›
Culinary Wanderlust: “Lime Potato Salad” Recipe From Blanchard’s Table In Anguilla! Tropical Island Escapes – With Food!
Ever Dream Of Escaping To Paradise? Who hasn’t had a bit of #wanderlust when seeing pictures of this kind of getaway: Yes, it is hard to see any downside to a day spent here…the gorgeous beaches of Anguilla in the… Read More ›
Have You Stuffed A Squid? Chef Mimi Did – And Here’s Her Recipe!
Who’s Up For Stuffing A Squid Or Two? Well I am after reading a terrific post from Chef Mimi’s food blog! Mimi made stuffed squid using a recipe she discovered from the wife of a legendary Chef! As Chef Mimi… Read More ›
Making Julia Child’s Sole Meunière Recipe – Made “Miller Wife’s Style!”
Taking On A Famous American Chef! I love fish. I love it pan fried, deep-fried, baked and sautéed. And I love it any way that Julia Child says to do it! Julia Child is arguably the most influential Cookbook Author… Read More ›
Robbie’s “American” Burger – With A Delicious South African Twist! The #NationalBurgerMonth Finale!
American Hamburgers – South African Style! As we wind down #NationalBurgerMonth today, what better way than with an “American Burger” that has a delicious South African twist! My good blogging friend Robbie Cheadle shared a recipe for an “American Burger”,… Read More ›
Want Some Lentil “Stoup?” I Made Chef Ottolenghi’s Recipe + Charred Tomato Salsa!
Bring On The “Stoup!” Yes, it was a learning moment for me – what’s a “stoup?” Well, I will let the famous Chef Ottolenghi explain! A hearty lentil “stoup” (or stew) to make on repeat this winter. Sweet fennel, nutty… Read More ›
Long-Cooked Potatoes With Garlic And Lemon? Yes Please! Here Is Robin & Willow’s Recipe!
Who Wants A Potato Bath? That is oil, and these potatoes are bathing in it – in the best way! Chef Robin Ward shared this photo – part of an incredible potato dish – and I was hooked! She shared… Read More ›
Celebrating Burger Month 2026 – With A Wild “Asparagus” Twist! Pineapple Too!
Talk About A Wild Burger Mashup! Let’s get right to this: to celebration National Burger Month 2026, I’ve been making some wild burgers – including some from my past – I first made this wild burger mashup in 2022! First,… Read More ›
“Fish In Crazy Water?” Swordfish Piperade? I’ve Got Two Deliciously Entertaining Food Books + Two Delicious Recipes!
Hungry? Well have I got recipes – and the books they came from – for you! The picture above is “Fish In Crazy Water” and is from this terrific memoir, written by Chef David Shalleck with Erol Munuz. The book… Read More ›
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