I was just wandering around the supermarket — something I do quite frequently, and there she was! The sample lady! And she was handing out samples of apples and cheese. Well, she must have known, I’m a sucker for both. … Continue reading
One of the things I most enjoy in my job is putting together great foods that enhance the flavors of one another, and developing new recipes for menus. This year Valentine’s day is about couples cooking together, so I needed … Continue reading
Quite frequently I am asked “What do you cook for dinner at home?” Sometimes it’s gourmet, sometimes it’s just something quick, and sometimes it’s comfort food, especially at this time of the year. Tonight, I made one of my all-time … Continue reading
Well, it has been a welcome break, now back to the kitchen. while taking a break, I was invited by some friends to taste a number of Cabernet Sauvignons at their beautiful home on Whidbey Island. Ahh, it was truly … Continue reading
In my seemingly never ending shopping trips for cooking classes I noticed that nearly all of the dried herbs and spices are on sale these next few weeks. This is a great time to check your jars and restock. Open … Continue reading
Ah, last week my microwave at school stopped heating — yup, the magnetron was shot. So, I took it to my trusty appliance repair guy on Monday. He finished replacing the magnetron and had me up and functioning in time … Continue reading
I’m quite proud that my new daughter-in-law prefers my potato gnocchi to anything she has found in the best Italian restaurants. My gnocchi is, by my own account, excellent, but last night it got even better! I have been thinking … Continue reading
Ahh, a couple of nights ago I had longing for Chicken Normandy. It’s one of those autumn comfort foods — warm, creamy, full of appley goodness and quick to prepare melt-in-your-mouth chicken breasts. Even better with mashed potatoes. Of course, … Continue reading
Oftentimes I am asked how I choose which food to go with which wine, or vice versa. As a foodie and a chef, for me, I start with the wine. My choice of wine is most often from Washington — … Continue reading
Last week Sizzleworks hosted a winemaker’s dinner featuring Jill Noble of Couvillion Winery of Walla Walla . These dinners at Sizzleworks feature Washington winemakers whom I know and have grown to admire. Their wines are very special and I like … Continue reading