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Project Paso Wine pairing with Smoked Mozzarella Pizzetta Review
When Marcos took me to pick out my engagement ring at our famous local Sharif’s Jewlers, he proudly told Sharif that I could choose any ring I wanted. As Sharif brought out his hand crafted...
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Orzo pasta salad with preserved lemon relish
Remember the preserved lemon relish I posted? Many of you sent me messages that you preserved a jar of lemons so those should be about ready to eat! Here are a few of my adventures with the simple...
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Moroccan vegetable stew
The maiden voyage Funny how things work out so perfectly some times. Marcos and I have been married for 8 months already. When we got married, we set out to buy each other a gift. He is always so...
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Elena’s peanut butter balls
The truth is, I was going to make something with frozen bananas for today’s post because I am still so psyched about the power breakfast smoothie. But… Marcos had put the left over frozen bananas away...
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Mediterranean feast with Don Sebastiani & Sons wine pairing
One thing I Love to do is host dinner parties in our home. I adore cooking for people, sharing new types of food, especially vegetarian dishes (or vegan, oh my!) with meat eaters. At our dinner...
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Exploring stir fry
Stir fry- It seems like such a simple main dish to master. Veggies, lightly fried in a pan, with sauce. Regardless, over the years I have made many inedible stir fries that went into the trash....
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Coconut lime tofu
Marcos and I have met so many incredible friends through this blog in only 7 months. As a brand new married couple we have embarked on this project that has turned into so much more than a website...
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Farro porridge with pecans and currants
Saturday mornings, sleeping in (past 6 a.m.) and laying in bed for a while thinking about the excitement of the day to come is probably the most special time of the week. Moments that the only energy...
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Brazilian coconut tofu
Slow cooked, simmering tofu in a simple tomato and coconut base makes a delicate summer stew. Paired with an arugula and spinach salad with fresh local berries, this meal is perfect for an outdoor...
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Ethiopian lentil stew
With a foundation of vegetables, legumes and serious spice, exploring the Ethiopian palate has created a playground for me in my kitchen. Lentils, split peas, black eyed peas, garbanzo beans all take...
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Tabbouleh
On Sunday afternoon my new grandmother, Nana, came over to the house to cook with me. I feel so lucky to be a part of this close family. Nana helped raise my husband, watching him before and after...
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