This Brazilian Beef Stroganoff is one of my favorite gourmet foods from Brazil. I hope it will become yours as well! This Brazilian Beef Stroganoff brings back so many wonderful memories from my childhood. I grew up eating this dish in my mother’s kitchen. My mother went to the market for fresh food daily, and […]
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Vietnamese Shrimp Curry
This Vietnamese Shrimp Curry is healthy and heartwarming! Some years ago, I met a woman from Vietnam who introduced me to the flavors of her country. After my culinary training in Thailand, I noticed there were some similarities to the Vietnamese food I had come to know over the years. I started to do some research on traditional […]
Pasta al Pomodoro with Shrimp
This Pasta al Pomodoro with Shrimp is light, tasty and the perfect dish to kick off spring! Italians living along the coast have a bountiful variety of seafood available to prepare their meals. It is not uncommon for them to include seafood in an appetizer, an antipasto, and an entree. I love this Pasta al Pomodoro with Shrimp […]
Superb Beef Fajitas
These Superb Beef Fajitas are sure to become a staple at your dinner table. In case you’re wondering why I”m calling these Superb Beef Fajitas, it’s because, after a lot of trial and error, I finally figured out a way to turn an ordinary Beef Fajitas into a truly superb dish. Now, before I give away […]
Pineapple Shrimp Tacos
These Pineapple Shrimp Tacos are a cause for celebration! Welcome to Part II of my Mexican Fiesta series! Last week I introduced a trio of Mexican Salsas that I typically serve alongside these Pineapple Shrimp Tacos. Although this dish could be served alone, at least one of the salsas should be considered essential when serving […]
Pork Medallions with Balsamic Honey Glaze
These Pork Medallions with Balsamic Honey Glaze will bring your weeknight dinner to a whole new level. Are you looking for a delicious, easy to make recipe to impress your sweetheart on Valentines Day? Look no further. You found it! I fell in love with this dish after tasting it at a local Italian restaurant in New […]
Chili Con Carne
This Chile Con Carne would be a great addition to your Super Bowl menu or to serve as a delicious hearty meal! My friend Laura Kennedy is a fantastic cook. I used to stop by her house on my way out to the Hamptons. It made a great pit stop after been on the road for […]
Chicken Adobo
This delicious Chicken Adobo is sure to warm up your body and soul during the winter cold months. I was first introduced to Chicken Adobo by my Filipino friends Linda and Citas. I was studying in Amsterdam at the time and they invited me to dinner at their place. It was love at first bight! […]
Roasted Pork Loin with Fig Sauce
This Roasted Pork Loin with Fig Sauce is a wonderful festive dish to serve during the holidays. It is elegant, and easy to prepare leaving you plenty of time to mingle with your guests. The holidays are finally here and most of you have been decorating, shopping for gifts, and wrapping presents. Soon you will […]
Herbed Chicken Cutlets
These Herbed Chicken Cutlets are just perfect for when you want to have a homemade meal but don’t want to fuss about it too much. I first started making Chicken Cutlets years ago when my daughter was still fairly young and in her chicken nuggets phase. I have to admit it, although I loved the […]
