Turkish Spoon Salad, aka Gavurdagi
Visiting Istanbul, I fell in love with a unique salad called Gavurcağı, a flavor combination I’d never experienced before. During my whirlwind one-and-a-half-day visit, I …
The Flu Fighter
We know it’s that time of year again – the flu season has arrived. And I’m sure you’ve heard it too – “Something is going …
Pistachio Dukkah
Pistachio dukkah, if you are looking for a new and delicious way to add flavor to your meals, I encourage you to try dukkah. It …
Fennel & Rosemary Roasted Tomato Sauce
The wait is finally over, and these beauties are in season. I’m talkin’ about roasting tomatoes with olive oil, sea salt, smashed garlic cloves, fennel …
Basil & Mint Pesto, I call it Summer in a Jar
Basil and mint pesto is a favorite of mine. I first fell in love with pesto while visiting Italy, where I was served a plate …
Porcini Spice Powder
Porcini spice powder is another easy-to-make flavor booster, seasoning, or whatever you want to call it. It is a great way to add flavor and …
Parsley Cilantro Powder
The parsley cilantro powder is a very easy-to-make flavor booster, plate garnish, seasoning, or whatever you want to call it. I use my parsley cilantro powder …
Plant Based Red Wine Balsamico Sauce
My plant-based Red Wine Balsamico sauce fits the plant-based “trend” that has challenged chefs to think outside the box. We all remember the days when …
Reduced Sugar Plum Marmalade
Reduced sugar plum marmalade is something I love and it brings back so many memories. It has always been my favorite marmalade, and cooking it …
Peach Lavender Shrub and the Dog Days of Summer
Peach-lavender shrub, also known as drinking vinegar, is the perfect summer refresher. Usually mixed with cold or sparkling water, shrubs are the perfect drink mixer. …