I have realized that my favorite way to eat fruit is in a dessert form. I hardly ever crave fruit but I do like a warm juicy crisp or pie with a cold creamy topping. When I see Italian plums at the farmer’s market I always remember climbing my grandparents’ plum tree picking … [Read more...] about Plum poppy seed crisp
Fisherman’s lasagna
While I'm holding on to the last warm days, I can’t get enough of seafood in any form and shape. As much as I enjoy cold and light seafood dishes in summer I get a craving for a more substantial meal in the fall. This seafood lasagna hits the spot, binding seafood and pasta with … [Read more...] about Fisherman’s lasagna
Rice salad with seafood
This recipe makes for a great summer lunch because it’s cold and comes together fairly fast. A rice salad is a refreshing alternative to pasta and potato salads. This particular one is my favorite way to use “surimi,” also known as imitation crabmeat. You can use leftover cooked … [Read more...] about Rice salad with seafood
’Collective Retreats’ – an outdoor hotel for a socially distant vacation
This summer is like no other. Instead of packing for a vacation, Americans are staying at home amidst Coronavirus fears. With flights being canceled, hotels closed and restaurants limiting their capacity, there are not many places to go and things to do. Pitching a tent on one’s … [Read more...] about ’Collective Retreats’ – an outdoor hotel for a socially distant vacation
Zadies Bake Shop: ‘Chocolate Meltaway’ is not just a chocolate cake. It’s chocolate heaven.
Have you ever eaten something thinking that it’s the best damn thing you have ever put in your mouth? Of course you have. You’ve probably eaten many things in your life that made you feel that way. I feel that way every time I eat the ‘Chocolate Meltaway’ cake from Zadies Bake … [Read more...] about Zadies Bake Shop: ‘Chocolate Meltaway’ is not just a chocolate cake. It’s chocolate heaven.