Recipes
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From Global Inspiration to Weeknight Simplicity
Holy Guacamole, or Avocados Should Be a Kitchen Staple
I think that avocados are just about the most wonderful food in the world. Good for breakfast, (Avocado Omelet, Anyone?), Lunch (See Picture) and Dinner (Avocado Half, Red Wine Vinegar and Good Olive Oil, Yum!). I have even enjoyed avocados for dessert - just Google:...
Signature Spice Skewers
I've had received several emails lately that have asked me just what I put on the delicious chicken skewers served at the John Fox Poetry Reception, StoryCorp Reception and SuperFoods Luncheon at the Piedmont Cancer Wellness Center. The secret is Signature Spice from...
Fishing for Seafood on Atlanta’s Southside
Fayetteville Georgia may not be the first place that pops into your mind when thinking of seafood - but the City Cafe and Bakery located on the main drag into town is worth the drive. My intrepid tasters and I met there this past week for dinner and some catching up....
New South Pimento Cheese
This weekend is a fun one - The Metropolitan Cooking and Entertaining Show has arrived in Atlanta! I am thrilled to be presenting at the tasting and entertaining workshops, where I am making 3 quick appetizers inspired by 50 Delicious Daytrips Outside Atlanta. (I'll...
Hot Dogs, Denver and a Great Sign
I don't know about you - but hot dogs are not the first thing I think about when Denver crosses my mind. I'm out here for the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) conference - a gathering of passionate and interesting foodies who meet once a year...
Lunch for Legislative Spouses
Wanted to share a couple of pictures from the GA Dept of Agriculture lunch for Legislative Spouses. We celebrated beautiful Georgia Produce by cooking from our friend Hans Rueffert's new book, Eat Like There is No Tommorrow. We served his Blue and Blue salad to an...
Everyday with Marcus and Lisa
Another fun appearance on Everyday With Marcus and Lisa. Kathy came along to assist me - and boy was it nice to have help. Marcus and I made 3 appetizers in less than 10 minutes - and had lots of laughs... Here are the quick, easy and delicious! recipes for those of...
Perfect Soup and Sandwich
Headed over to Roswell today to check out a new lunch spot. Tough to find and tucked away at the end of a long street of restaurants and cafes is Artisan Bakery. The great news is that it is worth the hunt. My friend and I both chose the daily special, a shrimp and...
A Slice Well Worth the Drive!
Who doesn't love New York Pizza? Eureka! We've discovered an authentic New York slice here in Atlanta. Well...not exactly Atlanta. Alpine Bakery lives in Alpharetta - about a 30 minute drive from the city. We celebrated the warm weather today by cranking up the bike...
Have it Your Way!
Here's a delicious twist on customization. How would you like to pick up what looks good to you at the fish counter, take it right over to a cook who will grill, blacken or fry it in front of you. Instant satisfaction - Whole Foods has got a great idea! Not only can...
Jan. 9th, 2009 : Chicken Masala with Lemon Raita
012309 Chicken Masala with Lemon Raita
Jan. 1st, 2009 : 20 Minute Penne Puttanesca
010109 - 20 Minute Penne Puttanesca
Brining
I had lunch with a friend the other day, who told me she had just discovered brining. Brining is a cooking method that uses aromatic spices and salt to flavor meat and encourage moisture retention. In other words, the science of salt allows the turkey, (even the white...
Planned Over Turkey
Planned-overs is what we called our left-overs when I was growing up. And what better word to describe Thanksgiving Dinner? We are still eating turkey sandwiches in our house, but when the bird resembles a carcass here is what I am planning:Southwestern Turkey Black...
A Trip to Malaysia
Do you enjoy Malaysian food? If you're a fan of Thai food - Malay food will make you happy, too! My friend Carrie and I headed up the highway 75 corridor to Penang. Malaysian food is similar to Thai, and combines elements from Indian and Chinese cuisines. Coconut...
