Solana Beach Archives

Making Pizza? What could go wrong?

July 23, 2025 by Chef Marian

And that’s how you solve problems with cooking. If it first you do not succeed ….. That’s probably the thread through my entire life.

So I kept at it over and over and over again. I researched gluten-free flour. I came up with …..

Ready for Meatless Monday?

As we head into the weekend, I say “Let’s get ready for Meatless Monday”! Remember: it helps your budget,... (More)

Table of 8, Jeune et Jolie, Carlsbad Restaurant Review

And the Lapin (Thompson Heritage Ranch rabbit) with a potato foam, cherry and more is next. Laurie says: “The... (More)

Four Restaurant Reviews in Ocean Beach

Steve, Robyn and I go in one car to meet Phyllis and Ana Maria for dinner at Caio Elvira.... (More)

Enhance your skills with a ‘Chef Marian Cooking Class’ and more!

Yeah. End of year and I’m talking about a ‘Chef Marian Cooking Class’ and more! There are two things... (More)

True Food Second Review (Friars Road at the mall)!

True Food? Yes. It’s true food! From Chef Marian! I try to stay on top of things. Not easy.... (More)

Restaurant Review: Croce’s Park West

Croce’s Park West. That’s Jim Croce. You don’t tug on Superman’s Cape You don’t spit in the wind You... (More)

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