As the year comes to an end, our much dreaded New Years’ Eve…….. I want to say to those of you who find yourself alone….. it doesn’t mean you have to be lonely. Look around your life and see who you can be of service to. See what fun artwork you can create on the … Read more
I just finished watching Gordon Ramsay’s Xmas Cookalong (that’s Gordon Ramsay, Hell’s Kitchen Gordon Ramsay, fabulous Claridges in London Ramsay, Boxwood Cafe Ramsay, etc,). I have a couple of things to say about our man ‘Ramsay’ and then I will move on to critiquing the show and will give you the top three hints from … Read more
Wanted to wish you a Happy Healthy Holiday! Thought it would be appropriate, as a ‘healthy’ chef….. to remind you about my 3 bite rule for desserts: The first bite? WOW that’s good. The second bite? WOWOWOW THAT REALLY IS GOOD. The third bite? Now I’m being naughty! You’ll get all the flavor if you … Read more
Hey Folks! We’re still in the holiday season…. still cooking holiday food. And the hydrogenated, high fructose crap is still on store shelves. These are things you might not even know are genetically modified or containing chemicals and other things our body can’t process. It’s easy to watch out for them…. if you know! Sooooo……This … Read more
Wouldn’t you say that December is the month for Soup? It’s really satisfying. For those of us who are trying on the ‘gluten free’ deal, we are now backing away from those broths. Natural Flavors….. another fine name for gluten. Yes? Well here are some soup ideas….. you can always create your own broth and run … Read more
It’s never too early to start thinking about New Year’s Resolutions. And if we go research the web, we’ll probably find that most of those resolutions are connected to diet or good health. (ikr)? I don’t know if you’re anything like me, but last xmas I put on a whole dress size. What does that … Read more
What items do we substitute to turn that traditional Green Bean Casserole into a Vegan Green Bean Casserole? I say the key is: LOVE. But ingredient wise, I think the two most important items are Arrowroot and Coconut Creamer. These are great vegan substitutes to thicken up and make YUM the liquid that creates a … Read more
I recently heard there was a YouTube of the parents taking the Halloween Candy away, and the kid crying hysterically. And that’s our fear, right? If we take the candy away, the kids will go nuts. But what if I thought of a way to make that happen with your kids consent? Would you consider … Read more
Nozomi 2 Sushi & BBQ in La Jolla is a sleepy little sushi place near the Marriott. And this past weekend, I was at a conference at the Marriott so…….. guess where I wound up? lol First of all…..and barbecue? Really? And then I started thinking: “hmmm…. asian bbq”. I don’t know about you, but … Read more
Of all the things I’ve lost……………. I miss my mind……. the most. lol And sometimes my friend, I do think I’m loosin’ it! Take Shrimp from the SuperMarket for example. Please! I look at them … some curled up, some straight and think: Is it me? Or do these shrimp, these extra jumbo shrimp look … Read more
