Happy Easter Monday, you guys! How was your weekend?! And Easter…? I hope it was fantastic all around! We skipped town early Friday morning and spent the weekend in D.C. visiting friends, seeing monuments, and of course – eating and drinking our silly little faces off! It was major good times! Then we drove from…
Continue ReadingRoasted Asparagus, Mushroom, and Tomato Quesadilla
Quesadillas have long been a guilty pleasure of mine. Partly this is because making them automatically opens the door to the whole sour cream and guacamole situation (which is where the whole guilty part comes into the picture). But also because a lot of nights I’m only cooking for one – two if I’m lucky –…
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Word is Spring is just around the corner. In fact, I’ve heard for some, it’s already done sprung! Are you one of those lucky ducks already basking in the glory of the new season (and yes, that is a touch of weather envy you hear)? Here in New York, we’re still very much in Winter’s…
Continue ReadingSmoked Salmon Sliders with Whipped Dill Cream Cheese
Let’s talk about brunch for a minute. Do you guys do brunch? Here in NYC it’s kind of a big deal. Come Saturday and Sunday afternoon, if you’re strolling around any hopping neighborhood you’re sure to bump into bustling crowds of people lined up eagerly awaiting their chance to plop their tired bottoms down for…
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When I cook for the people who hold my heart, I do my best in advance to get a feel on what they like to eat, love to eat, and most importantly, what they crave.
Continue ReadingRoasted Carrot and Avocado Salad with Sherry – Dijon Vinaigrette
Ay yai yai, it seems like we’re currently in the never-ending-winter, over here in NYC. Snow storms… um, what? 3-5 inches? And high, raging winds, too… what-is-this? Seriously, someone pour me a bourbon and take me to the beach!
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