Seafood

Gourmet dish with sautéed mushrooms, herbs, and crispy garlic slices.

Seared Sea Scallops with Grilled Peaches, Kale, and Corn

I mentioned last week that my sautéed kale and corn combo and luscious grilled peaches,...
Fresh oysters on the half shell with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce.

Oysters: Local, Sustainable, Delicious, Nutritious

Hello! I hope you read this post about all things oysters. And then you must...
Seared scallops with greens and a creamy sauce on a white plate.

Seared Scallops with Winter Squash Purée and Sautéed Radish Greens

Eating locally brings different vegetables and fruits to your table almost weekly, stimulating ideas for...
A line of whoopie pies with creamy filling on a colorful surface.

Summer Corn + Halloween Snow = Spooky

Outrageous pumpkin whoopie pies with maple buttercream. Click on the pic...
Plate of creamy pasta with herbs and a glass of beer on a wooden table.

Going Global, Eating Local (London Style)

As you know, my diet is built on a foundation of local food (to the...
Signboard of 'The Victoria' pub with a painted portrait of a woman.

Winding Down at the Local Pub(s)

As the years go by, I have grown to truly savor chance meetings with locals...
Historic Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework under a blue sky.

Away-from-home Eating: Pleasures and Perils

Pleasures, sure; that one's obvious. But perhaps "perils" is too strong a word? Maybe "pitfalls"?...
Gourmet sausage served on creamy polenta with microgreens.

Seared Tuna Puttanesca with Creamy Corn Polenta

Savory, with a hint of sweetness, a sprinkle of microgreens is...