When you want to get American, go with a gourmet twist on a nostalgic treat, Rice Krispie treats can morph into taste bud magic. Get… ( Read More )
Mint-a-fied Sugar Snap Pea Salad
This refreshing salad gives the perfect blend of sweet, savory with a twist of tang to keep the fork coming back for more. It’s a… ( Read More )
Fat Hawaiian-Style Macaroni Salad
There is nothing more yummy than Hawaiian diner food, in particular, over cooked (or ‘fat’) macaroni salad. The perfect ‘plate lunch’ is two scoops of… ( Read More )
Huli Huli Chicken – Get Your Hula Hula On
There was a spot of sun that made its way into my atmosphere and instantly I was mentally transported to thoughts of a sunny Hawaiian… ( Read More )
Kalua Pork Tacos & Grilled Pineapple Relish
It seems that since the sun first peeked out in mid-June, I’ve had a hankering for Hawaiian inspired dishes. But being a native Californian I… ( Read More )
Godfather Apple Turnovers
It’s nearly Father’s Day and while I am looking forward to planning a hearty menu for my Dad and husband, there are a few other… ( Read More )
Sausage & Bean Soup – Spicing Up the Post
With summer taking its sweet time to get to Northern California, I was tossed another rainy day and decided it was time to get the… ( Read More )
Skinny Brazmopolitan – b.tempt’d
This post may just blow your mind, when a foodie goes to a brazier event and finds inspiration, there is something to write about. Wacoal… ( Read More )
Cactus & Chicken Sopes – Mexilicious Cup of Flavors
A sope (pronounced “SOH-peh”) is a traditional Mexican dish which at first sight looks like an unusually thick tortilla cup. The base has pinched sides… ( Read More )
Tomato Basil Compote – Plump it UP!
As thoughts of this year’s summer garden fill my head, like visions of sugar plum fairies, I wanted to share this ‘oh so simple, yet… ( Read More )