Craving Mexican food but not the indigestion? Every once in awhile, I crave Mexican food (guacamole is my favorite!) but then I remember how I usually feel after I eat it. Stuffed, bloated and generally yucky. When I created these spicy stuffed zucchini, I had only a few items on hand in addition to the zucchini. Some red onion, garlic,… Read More
Moroccan-spiced Fries
I know what you’re thinking. Fries? On this blog? These aren’t just any fries. They’re acorn squash fries and you may want to hurry and try them before squash is out of season at the end of the month. I knew that I wanted to make some comfort food with this squash and create fries but I wanted these fries… Read More
Shishito Peppers
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, I’m bringing you this easy recipe for shishito peppers. Decidedly not Irish, the recipe was created by a native of Ireland (my boyfriend) and they are green. Plus, you’ll be doing a jig when you see that these only take 2 minutes to make. Shishito peppers have been popping up on lots of restaurant… Read More
There’s Something About Pinterest
As an entrepreneur, a blogger and someone who just likes pretty pictures and organizing my thoughts, Pinterest is genius to me. When I see a cute pair of wedges in a fashion magazine or a recipe I want to try, I love to tear the pages out. Yes, I’m that girl on an airplane who goes on a tearing spree… Read More
Turnips Two Ways
Wait, before you “turn up” your nose …reconsider the turnip. I can probably count on one hand the number of times I’ve eaten turnips. They’re so often overlooked, because most people don’t know how to cook these ruddy little root vegetables which are high in Vitamin C. Then I had braised turnips at Locanda in San Francisco last August and… Read More
Winterize Your Salad
Salads are one of my favorite ways to eat my greens, but in the dead of Winter a cold meal doesn’t always appeal to me. Did you know that just like you winterize your car, you can make your salads more winter friendly too? Here are some of my tried and true tips: Add hearty whole grains – add… Read More