Chilled gazpacho is one of those end-of-summer delights, allowing us to indulge in the abundant harvests of perfectly ripe tomatoes from our gardens and markets. Adding in other flavorful vegetables, garlic, fresh herbs, and a bit of vinegar makes this fusion a perfect treat to…

If you want to add a little “Southern flare” to your menu, the addition of some chow chow will definitely do the trick. Many food historians believe that this condiment found its way to the American South during the late 18th century via the Acadians…

If you’re craving pasta, this is a wonderful, and (somewhat) healthy indulgence using fresh vegetables, herbs, and a light sauce made with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, a little Pecorino. It’s a great alternative if you’re trying to have a few meatless dinners during the…

We frequently grill on Sundays to create something that’s quick and easy, leaves no mess in the kitchen, and provides leftovers for weekday lunches. This grilled chicken checks all of those boxes. A simple marination taking just a few hours makes the poultry moist and…

We enjoy cooking through the seasons, and nothing lends itself to that like produce. When we go to the market, there is usually a line-item on our grocery list that simply says “veggies”, as we like to be spontaneously inspired by seasonal produce. We are…

This is another of our favorite go-to vegetable side dishes for any occasion. It comes together in just minutes, making it a perfect addition to any dinner party buffet, or a regular mid-week meal. The Dijon mustard and capers each offer their own slightly piquant…

I LOVE anything lemon! I add lemon juice to my soups, sauces, and stews, lemon zest to my veggies and salads, and even make a lemon salt that…well, I use on everything! Needless to say this is one of my favorite desserts. Reminiscent of Parisian…

This crisp refreshing salad makes an excellent lunch, dinner, or starter to any entree. The unexpected flavors of the smoked trout combined with the citrus vinaigrette and the satisfying potato makes this a perfect go-to for any time of day!

One of our favorite restaurants while living in Newport Beach was a local hang-out called “Gulfstream”, where they served a version of this trout dip along side a bunch of humble saltines and a bottle of Siracha Chili Sauce. We ordered it almost every time.…