Wolfgang Puck has been on my mind this week because of the Oscars, which aired this past weekend. He is the first and usually only chef, who people think of when it’s time for the parties after the Oscar telecast. He is frequently featured on the morning shows and talk shows with his Oscar-shaped desserts and other […]
The Spirit of Tennessee
I enjoy cooking more with alcohol than drinking it. Knowing this, my daughter Kristina bought this great cookbook for me last Christmas. Alcohol infuses such incredible flavor into food; everything from main dishes to sweets. Author Lynne Tolley is the great-grandniece of Jack Daniel. In 1904, Jack Daniel won a gold medal at the St. Louis […]
Breakfast is for Anytime!
I seem to have breakfast, brunch, biscotti, and everything else in between on my mind lately, since I have had three blogs in the last week or so about them. Not sure why that is, but it was reinforced once again when I arrived home from San Francisco over the weekend and found this in […]
Biscotti: What is Coffee without It?
These crunchy, twice-baked Italian cookies have become a familiar sight at coffee shops to have with steaming cups of cappuccino, but are also just as good with wine or served with a creamy gelato. My daughter Kara used to enjoy a caffelatte (coffee with hot milk) with anise-flavored biscotti when she lived in Sicily. She is still […]
Cookbook Giveaway for the Week of 2-28-11
There is still a chill in the air with the need of stick-to-the-rib meals. These two cookbooks of Southwest cooking have great recipes to warm the belly. Jane Butel is an expert on Southwest cuisine and this book is her recipes on the quick and easy side. Betty Crocker always has good recipes to offer […]
A Drink for the Oscars
Sit back and relax watching the Oscar’s tonight with this “star” quality drink! The Moet Starlet 4 mint leaves3/4 ounce good-quality silver tequila1/2 ounce elderflower liqueur1/2 ounce simple syrup1/2 ounce lime juice3 ounces Moët & Chandon 1 slice starfruit In a cocktail shaker combine simple syrup, lime juice, and mint leaves. Use a muddler or […]
Crab Cake Recipe
I have many crab cake recipes, but this simple one is a favorite. You could make these for an Oscar party tomorrow night! The recipe makes 8 large cakes, but you could make them smaller for party appetizers. They are so good topped with a dollop of remoulade sauce. Crab Cakes 1 large egg3 Tablespoons mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons […]
It’s Time to Plan an Oscar Party!
No, this is not a movie star, but it is my beautiful daughter Kristina holding an Oscar. She will be covering the Red Carpet for the Oscars on Sunday! She even has stylists offering her dress, shoes, jewelry, make-up, and all those fun Oscar things. I will definitely have updates and more photos coming up next week, and hopefully […]
