Local Artisan Burger Tasting Party
A few weeks ago, Jaden of Steamy Kitchen wrote a wonderful and informative post about an artisan burger tasting she hosted and she introduced us to Carrie Oliver, owner of The Olive Ranch Company, who...
View ArticleFarmer’s Market Quinoa Salad Recipe and a Dinner Party on the Lake
My cooking classes are on hiatus until fall, and in the meantime I have been enjoying time with my family here in the Adirondacks at our annual gathering during the month of July. There’s not...
View ArticleBeef Braciole with Meat Sauce Recipe
Growing up in a family with Italian immigrant roots meant that gathering around the table for a big meal was a pretty regular occurrence. Whether it was my dad’s famous lasagna, spaghetti and...
View ArticleGetting Closer to Book Release Time….Finally
Remember the scene towards the end of the movie Julie and Julia where Julia Child is sitting in her kitchen holding her cookbook in her hands? That triumphant scene resonates in my mind; for at that...
View ArticleEarly Release Party and Book Signing
After a very long wait and a whole lot of work, my book is finally getting closer to release date! Celebration started a bit early with an event hosted by Kathy Corbet and Custom Kitchens here in...
View ArticleBook Tour Update and Extra Crispy Halibut
After a lot of fun in Nashville, my next stop along the Friends at the Table tour was Philadelphia. I had a great time making Crispy Halibut with Zucchini Ribbons and Lemon Basil Sauce as a guest on...
View ArticleGrilled Bruschetta with Asparagus and Parmesan Recipe
When Jaden Hair of Steamy Kitchen offered a guest spot on her site, you can image how excited I was! I’ve shared a recipe for Grilled Bruschetta with Asparagus and Parmesan from my new book, Friends...
View ArticleEndive Spears filled with Goat Cheese and Fresh Cherry Relish
This past weekend we were invited to our friends’ house for a casual summertime dinner party. When I asked what I could bring, our hostess said “How about an hors d’oeuvre? I think I’m making lobster...
View ArticleSupper Club Press & Friends at the Table Cookbook Giveaway
It’s beginning to look a lot like….. ~The perfect time to start a supper club, or rekindle the one you are already in! I’m excited to share a few pieces of press that are out right now. Shameless self...
View ArticleBison Meatballs with Pickled Red Onions, Avocado Relish & Spicy Aji Amarillo...
hosted by 5 Star Foodie & Lazaro Cooks! Okay, here we are; the first 5 Star Makeover event of the year! As you can see from the images above, this month’s challenge is meatballs. I have to say, I...
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