Is it possible to fall in love with a chile pepper? After posting a comment on the blog a couple of weeks ago, I realized that, yes, it is absolutely possible to fall in love with a chile [...]
Yet another visit to the High West Distillery during a ski trip to Park City yielded an introduction to Executive Chef, James Dumas, and his generous sharing of the recipe for the yummy morsels that are [...]
[gpslideshow] Last night a group of friends gathered to cook authentic Spanish Paella. In fact, Barbara even hand-carried the rice from Spain last week. Two teams worked together to create this one dish meal. The guys tackled the grilling: chicken, [...]
[slideshow] The Taste of Baja chapter of Cook the Part was recently "beta tested" by hosts Hillary and Carin Canale-Theakston. Four couples were invited to Cook the Part, including our very own San Diego County Sheriff, Bill Gore and his [...]
Contrary to a common belief held by many, spices are not ageless. If you use some of your spices infrequently, you really should throw them out and purchase fresh ones. There is a cool aid on the McCormick [...]
I had the opportunity to dine at Market (Del Mar) twice in one week. On the first occasion, we celebrated our son's 30th birthday. Four starters, four entrees and a few desserts...all wonderful (not to mention the special [...]
I just cam across some recipes from a recent recipe exchange and this one jumped out at me because the weather this weekend calls for comfort food. From Lisa Stennes-Laikind: So I was told I can do this [...]
Such a simple concept: Thinly sliced potatoes, a few tablespoons of clarified butter and some kosher salt sprinkled over the top. Not an original idea from our kitchen, but one we will repeat many times for company and family [...]
[gpslideshow] When everyone else is dining out might be the best time to cook at home. Cooking for, or with, your Valentine is a great way to enjoy the evening. My favorite "special" dinner always has some connection to lobster or [...]
For many years our favorite restaurant in Park City was the Blind Dog Grill. We were so disappointed when the economic downturn caused the restaurant to close in Prospector Square. We now have good news!!! It's back on Kearns Boulevard; [...]
