I want more from Cooking Shows and Movies

I see things through different eyes than most people, especially when it comes to Cooking Shows and Movies. In the last couple of years, as Chefs have become the craze…. and locally people consider me to be a ‘Celebrity Chef’, I have come to realize my lot in life is to guide people into a … Read more

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San Diego Foodies goes to The Marine Room

San Diego Foodies got to enjoy Restaurant Week at The Marine Room. And a big thank you goes out to Chef Bernard who came back to the table over and over to answer questions about recipes and the food. There were 6 people… and here’s what they ate: Salmon, shrimp & dessert! Didn’t get pix … Read more

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Hot Topic Sizzle: The Plastic Bag Issue heats up!

The Plastic Bag Issue? I welcome new legislation! Don’t you? YES CHEF! The LA Times reports that “Democratic Gov. Jerry Brown …. plans to sign a law that would make California the first state to impose a statewide ban on single-use plastic bags”. “I probably will sign it, yes,” Brown said during the televised debate. “ … Read more

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Hot topic Sizzle: Possible wage increase!

The Hot Topic Sizzle is: Possible wage increase for minimum wage earners like ……. Waiters? Waitresses? How ’bout those Dishwashers? But actually there was an article in the paper last week talking about an increase for all, no matter if you’re in the food industry or not. Since I am in the food industry, I started to think of … Read more

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Less is more! Let’s see if you can do it with me!

Less is more. We all know this. But is this something we actually practice? Probably not. If you saw yesterdays’ blog, Summer Salad then you know that just handfuls of this and that can create a beautiful eating experience!  And that’s what I am interested in talking about today.  Let me show you this picture…..   —————-> … Read more

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Last chance for a great Summer Salad!

There’s nothing easier or more wonderful than a Summer Salad. And both peaches and nectarines are in season right now! You can have it for lunch or dinner. Here’s how: Pick a fruit you like. Pick salad ingredients you like and maybe a few things you don’t normally eat like jicama or a hot green … Read more

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