This Mixed Green Salad with Pear, Walnuts, and Feta is a wonderful salad to have as a side or as wholesome meal. I love salads. They are perfect when I’m in the mood for something a little lighter, or when I’m not in the mood to prepare an elaborate meal. I love the fact that you […]
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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! […]
Salmon Tartare Cucumber Cups
These Salmon Tartare Cucumber Cups are perfect for entertaining or as part of a healthy, low-carb diet! It’s January and there is one important task at hand; losing all the weight I put it on during the Holiday season. Since I hate dieting, I am finding ways to make this task a bit more enjoyable! The idea […]
Arancini di Riso
This Arancini di Riso is an ideal dish to serve at your New Year’s celebration. They are crunchy, warm and delicious, and believe me, they will be gone within seconds! Whether you are entertaining or heading to a party this New Year’s Eve, this Arancini di Riso is sure to be a hit with your […]
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 […]
Baby Arugula, Mango and Caramelized Pistachio Salad
Today I’m pleased to share this Baby Arugula, Mango and Caramelized Pistachio Salad recipe from the cookbook, Samba Montclair. This wonderful cookbook is written by my friend, chef and restaurant owner Ilson Goncalves. It contains traditional Brazilian recipes that are simple and full of flavor. If you are a fan of Brazilian cooking, I’m sure you will […]
Pumpkin Bread
This Pumpkin Bread is just wonderful, warm, moist, and not an ounce of saturated fats! With the autumn leaves falling, thoughts in the United States turn to the holiday season and to baked goodies such as Pumpkin Bread which has become a staple at many Thanksgiving feasts. I love pumpkin anything, and I suspect I am […]
Asparagus, Mushroom, and Cheese Frittata
This Asparagus, Mushroom, and Cheese Frittata is so delicious, you will want to have for breakfast, lunch and even dinner. For those of you who are not familiar with its roots, frittata is a dish of Italian origin. Like an omelet, in can be enriched with a variety of ingredients. It’s the perfect dish to serve […]
Roasted Asparagus and Mixed Mushrooms
This Roasted Asparagus and Mixed Mushrooms recipe is super easy to prepare would make a great addition to any recipe book. As the holiday season approaches, I am sure you have just one question on your mind. What to serve with all those amazing entrees. For every entree you create you will need a nice dish […]
