Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

‘Chocolate Crêpe Cake’

Excited to be asked to cater a Graduation Brunch for a client recently, I knew that a variety of both… Continue reading »

Italian Meatloaf

Wanting to put a tasty Italian spin on a classic meatloaf, I started developing this recipe by listing some of… Continue reading »

‘Baby Spinach & Strawberry Salad’

Best if made with ripe Louisiana strawberries and Louisiana roasted pecans of course (wink—wink), this stunning warm weather salad is… Continue reading »

Za’atar Salmon

Za’atar, a Middle Eastern spice blend made with ground sumac, sesame seeds, salt and dried herbs, is a staple item… Continue reading »

Crunchy Celery, Apple & Pecorino Salad with Pistachios

This salad is all about crunch and flavor.  Chopped sweet apples (I like either Honey Crisp or Pink Lady varieties… Continue reading »

Roast Chicken & Spring Vegetable Linguine with Crème Fraîche

This gorgeous spring pasta has a lot of great things going for it. First, the colorful mixture of spring veggies… Continue reading »

‘Broiled Red Snapper with Za’atar Salsa Verde’

If you can get your hands on wild red snapper fillets, this should definitely be the first recipe you make… Continue reading »

Italian Sausage & Brown Rice-Stuffed Peppers

You can’t tell from the photo, but these lovely sweet yellow pepper halves are filled with a flavorful combination of… Continue reading »

Rhubarb Galette with Pistachios

This time of year, I get very excited when two of my favorite fruits finally make their first appearance!  Both… Continue reading »

Endive & Watercress Salad with Dried Apricots, Olives & Goat Cheese

My favorite salads all have the same components: a tender lettuce, a crunchier lettuce, chopped nuts, creamy cheese, something sweet… Continue reading »