Bake This: Italian Olive Oil Cake
“pignoli, olive oil, and polenta give this cake its special twist” Earlier this month I hosted some friends and family at The Richmond to collaborate and cook an Italian Sunday supper. We made some...
View ArticleThe Perfect Summer Cake
“a simple white cake, made with fresh peaches, just in time for summer” Overcome by the smell of fresh peaches at the market this week, I decided to take home a half dozen and work out a new dessert....
View Article¡Chilaquiles!
“A Mexican breakfast dish which cures most ailments.” As friends and frequent readers know, I grew up around a lot of Mexican food during my childhood in Colorado. For people from the Western states...
View ArticleAsparagus Ricotta-Gruyëre Tarts
“Although these bite-size crustless tarts are easy to make – they are certain to create a big impression with your guests.” The bite-size tarts are delicious addition to any large or small gathering....
View ArticleEggplant Parm MANIA!
“After lots of trial and error, research and advice – my Eggplant Parm might even make an Italian grandmother proud (or at least impress my Italian friends from Staten Island).” I’m not Italian (I’m a...
View ArticleKill It with a Skillet
“Killer cobbler and perfectly seared steaks – two easy ways to create memorable dishes this summer in your cast iron skillet.” This summer my cast iron skillet has become such a go-to tool that it...
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