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Simple Sundays | Jonathan Waxman’s Bucatini with Artichokes, Cipolline and Fava Beans
It feels like spring eternal here in the Bay Area. The rain refuses to go away, almost taunting us, pouring in June. Cold, dreary rain in June is unheard of, at least around these parts. I’m not an agriculturalist, but I imagine the crops are…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | Santa Maria Tri-Tip: It's All In the Rub
I hope you’re enjoying your Memorial Day weekend. In case you haven’t ironed out your menu, I wanted to usher you over to my favorite recipe for a Santa Maria Tri-Tip. With origins from the Central Coast, in the small town of Santa Maria just…
Read MoreStealing Moments | White Chocolate Dipped Apricot-Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
I know I’m not the only one who has been having a whirlwind of a May. So, if you’re dropping by to visit, hello. Steal a moment for yourself. Take a calming breath in. And out. Notice the flowers? Aren’t they lovely? While you’re here,…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | Beet, Grapefruit & Mache Salad
We are a house divided when it comes to beets. I love them, he hates them. And it’s a difference I completely understand. My husband grew up on pickled beets, while I ate them prepared in a salad. So, when I take our palate histories…
Read MoreEdible Excursions | A Special San Francisco Ferry Building Tasting for Japan Relief
When I first moved to San Francisco over ten years ago, The Ferry Building was in the early stages of a renaissance long overdue. The registered landmark, which in its heyday had been a San Francisco gateway from the Gold Rush to the 1930’s, had…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | Scraps of Dough
Little bits. Those odds and ends. You end up with little trimmings, whenever you make pies and tarts. What do you do with them? Sometimes, I let my children have the scraps, to make with them whatever they please. Whether or not their creations make…
Read MoreAdobo the What? | Braised Adobo Pork Chops
Scooby Doo. Little House on the Prairie. I used to rush home after school to catch those afternoon cartoons and T.V. shows. I was a total child of the 80’s, and television was part of it. I sometimes did my homework in front of it…
Read MoreEverybody's Doing It | Cilantro Pea Purée {with Seared Scallops}
Everywhere I turn, I see these: Fresh and sweet, I find these English Peas irresistible. Maybe it’s because I only had them frozen growing up. Or maybe it’s because they’re just so darned cute. Either way, I feel as though I am finally paying peas…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | On Motherhood
Driving to gymnastics. Ironing that t-ball uniform. Picking up from drama practice. Organizing camping gear for Girl Scouts. Packing lunches at 11 pm. Finding that leotard. Checking that homework. Reminding them: it’s time to go. It’s time to go. Did you hear me? Go! Go!…
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Events | Pebble Beach Food & Wine 2011
Last Sunday was the kind of day I wish we still had a convertible. It was a California day and it begged for a California car. Isn’t every day a California day for you? you may ask. Well, technically, yes. But it’s those blue bird…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | Toasting with Prosecco
I almost did a double take when I looked at my calendar today. The days are flying by so quickly, I can’t believe that Mother’s Day is a mere week away! At our house, Mother’s Day is always special, but next week will be especially…
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Oops | Nutella Mascarpone Phyllo Bites
My fingers fumbled as I eagerly opened a new jar of Nutella. A 26.5 oz jar. Oh yes, I’m serious about my Nutella. If they sold it by the gallon, I’m afraid I would but it. I may even consider getting a Costco membership if…
Read MorePapa's Chicken | Honey Spice Marinade
In a couple of weeks, our house will be full of visitors. The grandparents will be be making the rounds, first my husband’s parents, followed very shortly thereafter by my dad. It seems that their visits always happen in May, and come to think of…
Read MoreSimple Sundays | Happy Easter
From my kitchen to yours, I wish you and your family a very Happy Easter… …full of renewal… …and vitality. I couldn’t resist dying my own Easter eggs with my children. The hue of my eggs were inspired by punchy kumquats. Mini Easter Eggs, as…
Read MoreCocktails for Breakfast | Pina Colada Muffins
I don’t mean to be a tease. Did you think you might be getting some mimosas for breakfast? That does sound pretty good right about now. Well, next time. For now, how about a Pina Colada? A Pina Colada Muffin, that is. You see, I’m…
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