Food

Delicious baked eggplant slices topped with greens, cheese, and roasted tomatoes.

Heirloom Tomato, Mozzarella, and Pesto Sandwich: Summer on a Plate

Okay, fine. Yes, I did also refer to my caprese salad with peaches as "summer...
French toast topped with berry compote on a white plate.

Whole Grain Waffles with Blueberry Maple Syrup

I've made waffles all of two times in my life, including today. I don't often...
Fresh tomato and peach salad with basil and mozzarella.

Summer on a Plate: Caprese, Meet Peaches

Luscious peaches dripping with juice come together with sweet summer tomatoes, local mozzarella, and basil...
Three blueberry scones on a white plate with a small bowl of blueberries.

Blueberry Ginger Scones: Simply Scrumptious

I'm always sad when strawberry season ends. Happily, the berry love keeps coming when other...
A glass bowl filled with dried tea leaves on a striped cloth.

Za’atar: The Beginning of Something Beautiful

Did you know that za’atar actually refers to Origanum syriacum, a perennial plant indigenous to the Middle East? ...
Close-up of creamy dip topped with pine nuts and seasoning.

Artichoke Hummus: Super Easy, and Ready in Five Minutes

Ah, hummus. Never really cared for it, truth be told. Like so many store-bought products,...
A plate with a tortilla topped with cooked vegetables and meat, garnished with herbs.

Sizzling Fish Fajitas with Mango Salsa: Colorful and Delicious

Despite the long list of things I need to write (don't even get me started),...
A refreshing pink cocktail with ice, lime wedges, and a salted rim.

Summer Cocktails Starring Local Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs (Slide Show)

A lot of articles on cocktails have been flitting across my newsfeed as we approach...
Seared scallops served on a rich, creamy sauce with herbs and crispy bits.

Seared Scallops with Moroccan Spices, Red Lentils, and Sweet Potatoes

Welcome! I’m currently working on my second book, so my blog posts come less frequently than...
A colorful salad with greens, boiled egg, and assorted vegetables.

A Big Salad for Supper Goes to Southeast Asia

Welcome! I’m currently working on my second book, so my blog posts come less frequently than...