Summer Pasta
On a trip to Sonoma and Napa, we ventured to the very small town of Glen Ellen to see what all the fuss was over the Glen Ellen Star Restaurant. We finally found the place and the buzz was spot … Continue reading Summer Pasta
Fresh Pesto
There is no replacement for freshly made pesto and it is very easy to make. I prefer pesto without the the pine nuts and sprinkle them toasted on whatever dish I am using the sauce with…adds great texture. Ingredients 6 … Continue reading Fresh Pesto
Muffuletta Sandwich
We popped into the ever so famous Oakville Grocery in Napa Valley, a stop that is long known for gourmet treats, from amazing sandwiches to delicious pastries. Since we were mid-way through a long visit out west and had countless … Continue reading Muffuletta Sandwich
Creamed Corn
I love creamed corn and it is very a simple and delicious side-dish. The secret is to get as much milk out of the cobs by scraping it out. If the corn is not fresh/ in-season then blanch them (before … Continue reading Creamed Corn
The Wine Tasting
If you want to save the expense of flying to Napa or travel time to a local vineyard near you, plot out your own wine-tasting party for a casual weekend or holiday afternoon. It’s also a great way to kick … Continue reading The Wine Tasting
Curried Vegetable Pasta Salad
This is a great side dish for a BBQ with the curry bringing an extra kick of flavor. We add red onions, red peppers, grilled corn and finish off with fresh chopped dill or tarragon. Ingredients 1/2 pound fusilli pasta … Continue reading Curried Vegetable Pasta Salad
Kafta Burgers with Tzatziki
We make our world famous Lamb Kaftas so we thought why not make burgers out of the mix and add some Tzatziki with Fresh Herbs sauce on a brioche roll with some romaine and tomato. Delicious. Continue reading Kafta Burgers with Tzatziki
