Blog Archives for category Culinary Conversations

‘Spinach Tart with Olive-Oil Cracker Crust’

If you love a delectable spinach pie studded with feta cheese like I do, this recipe from the June 2013… Continue reading »

Almond Biscotti with Marsala Wine

One of the most memorable after dinner treats that we had while in Italy, was in a small, family run… Continue reading »

The Best Cookies Ever

Sometimes I feel like a broken record, but again, can we get a round of applause for Martha Stewart and… Continue reading »

Edna Lewis’ Peach Cobbler

Edna Lewis, sometimes referred to as the ‘Grand Dame of Southern Cooking’ was as inspiring in everyday life as she… Continue reading »

Is Black Rice the New Brown Rice?

The newest superfood craze to hit the kitchen is black rice, also known as forbidden or longevity rice.  This purple-hued… Continue reading »

Delectable French Sandwiches

Hands down, one of the best cooking shows on television is French Food at Home with Laura Calder, which airs… Continue reading »

A Much Anticipated Meal

Last night Scott made me a welcome home dinner that frankly, it the stuff that foodie dreams are made of. … Continue reading »

L’ultimo Giorno en Italia

After spending three and a half months in Italy, dedicating my time to cooking and tasting the country’s unique cuisine,… Continue reading »

Arrivederci Sorrento

Isn’t it funny how towards the end of an extended stay somewhere, time seems to syphon faster and faster before… Continue reading »

Grazie Mille, Ristorante Tasso

Six weeks ago I began the second half of my culinary externship here in the lovely Sorrento, Italy.  I transitioned… Continue reading »