It may seem odd to have an icy dessert posted in January, but it can be surprisingly refreshing after a rich meal. Also, for many parts of the country, it seems that no one told the weather it was winter. Since they are in season, I thought blood orange would be a nice hint of […]

Update: Paulette’s Orange Blossom macaron is no longer green.
I am trying to write this piece about Paulette in a format that is more “to be considered” than review. The reason I say this is that A. I am not a professional critic, and B. the macaron is a very sensitive and personal subject amongst […]

My Christmas was spent in Montana with a lot of family and plenty of delicious food.
The first meal of this new year was enjoyed here in Los Angeles at Pizzeria Mozza, the unavoidable name on the Los Angeles food scene. There is no better way to discuss resolutions than over fried squash blossoms and a […]

Terroni is the buzz of Los Angeles food bloggers, and my first experience lived up to the hype this place has.
In the former home of Authentic Café, Terroni has opened its second location (first being in Toronto), and allowed Angelenos to partake in the somewhat famous menu. The décor is a mix and match situation, […]

It has to be fall, two butternut squash posts in a row!
I had seen the original version of this recipe (by Marcella Hazan) before, and then recently saw it posted on another food blog. I was really interested in what the consistency would be like and could not wait to try it. First, I made […]

 
This is one of those recipes that resides in the back of your head under contemplation for a while. It holds up very well as a hearty dish with a really interesting and nice consistency that isn’t at all gummy. It is fulfilling as a main dish with a simple salad, or as a consideration for […]

 
Before all signs of summer weather are gone (which I can’t say is so much the case here in Southern California), this is a last chance at a light, chilled dish that is very simply prepared. You may be used to seeing udon (a thick, wheat based Japanese noodle) served in hot soup, but it […]

Please excuse the lapse in writing, as I’ve spent the last couple of weeks traveling. This was my first trip to Scottsdale, and I am in Las Vegas fairly often. Other than seeing some great sights (the Sonoran Desert, Taliesin West, Sedona), I consumed a lot of food during those days, and I thought it […]

 
This miniature version of German Apple Pancakes, made individually in a muffin tin, is easier to serve, and bakes well to a crispy edge and custardy interior. Using this same recipe, and with a little more time in the oven, you could also bake one large pancake in a 10” skillet. I have seen recipes […]

 
This variation of traditional Shepherd’s Pie is less heavy, but just as comforting as the cold night staple I was craving on a warm night. And with the availability of fresh produce from the farmers’ market, you don’t have to rely on frozen vegetables. This dish does not include meat, and I find it is […]