Sweet and savory have come together again. They have melded and joined into a flavor marriage of complete and utterly divine bliss. The soft and juicy texture of a sautéed apricots, coupled with the sensational depth of a little shallot and wild boar, along with the intoxicating aromatic dignity of fresh basil creates a palate…
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“Arrabbiata” literally means “angry” in Italian. This sauce is red, and it’s hot, and it’s fiercely delicious. There’s nothing angry about it, in fact. It’s just flaming good. (The “angry” term comes from the spicy red pepper goodness it entails). I have fond memories of childhood special occasions of dining out, and always diving into the Penne…
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As the winter weather continues ~ and the cold air chills my bones ~ I find myself longing for the warmth of the southern California sunshine. (And don’t get me wrong, Wine Country always beckons…always). Scents of citrus, creamy avocados, and bright green produce serve to warm my heart and spirit, if not my physicality….
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I’ve been dying to delve into the kitchen to try the famous “scotch eggs” widely consumed in the Paleo community. I have to admit, though, they have been a bit intimidating. Most recipes bread and fry the little boogers. That’s not for me. But baking the meaty eggs to a crispy crust, while maintaining a bright…
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Just a few years ago, I was introduced to the delectably sweet surprise of Japanese sweet potatoes. These suckers are amazing. Deep purple on the outside, and rich and buttery yellow on the inside, the starchy sweetness is indescribable. Here in my neck of the woods, they are really hard to come by, and,…
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Purple embodies the balance of red’s stimulation and blue’s calm. This dichotomy can cause unrest or uneasiness unless the undertone is clearly defined, at which point the purple takes on the characteristics of its undertone. With a sense of mystic and royal qualities, purple is a color often well liked by very creative or eccentric…
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Oh an ode to my “Minion” friend. Really, no one knows what this little reference means, yet, I insist on supplying it anyway. Over the past few months I’ve been overly delighted to be working in a temporary editing job with a group of nine other amazing “minions,” as we refer to ourselves. It’s…
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Summer is coming to a close and the afternoon and evening lighting is beginning to fade. This is some sorry news for a food blogger… (Yes, I am wearing zebra print and highly bedazzled and fluffy slippers, folks). You see, I do most of my food preparation and cooking in the evenings, just before dinner,…
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I simply cannot get enough of my Sorrento Orange infused olive oil lately. I love it. The way it smells ~ the aroma. The way it tastes ~ the flavor. The way it looks ~ the optical impression. The way it feels ~ the slick deliciousness across the lips. And, when paired with basil ~…
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I was craving something fresh and cool – but nothing too sweet and nothing overly savory. Berries are always refreshing and abound in the Pacific Northwest this time of year. Just as important as the succulent, juicy, and astounding flavor these perennial flowering fruits impart, is their beauty. Berries truly are gorgeous in every way….
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