Are you seeking calm patterns in your life? Are you tired of all of the jolt shocks from too many reality checks? The rhythms of life manifest in many forms, from rippling streams to our own heartbeats and so wedged … Continue reading →

Are you trying to bring some closure to the strangest summer in your life? Start with the basics and make a “tablecloth” comprised of postcards from the summer of 2020. Just print your favorite pics of the last 3 months … Continue reading →

In this modern era, it’s a paradox that we’ve never had so much time at home; yet, because there is so much domestic work to do, we are in need of kitchen shortcuts. Here are four quick tasty sauces which … Continue reading →

Boeuf Bourguignon is a hearty and impacting dish which originated in the region of Burgundy, in France. There are many variations. For my version, I don’t utilize the traditional inclusion of bacon and I marinate the beef in Cabernet Sauvignon … Continue reading →

Bake 2 lbs. of fresh salmon (with the skin removed). First, put a tab of olive oil in the bottom of a Pyrex dish. Place the prepared fish in the dish. Squeeze fresh lemon on the top and drizzle with … Continue reading →

Have some fun with a classic family favorite by making it with a spectrum of color. Bell peppers have interesting hues and the peppers can even have a happy face cut into each, too. Stuffing peppers is so easy. Begin … Continue reading →

Take care of two needs at the same time…cool down and aid your sweet tooth. I call it Kelly’s Cuatro Leches Cake. Bake your favorite vanilla favored genoise or sponge cake in a ceramic rectangle pan. When the cake is … Continue reading →

Sometimes we crave Oriental flavors. Egg Foo Young is a classic favorite that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Prepare a large non-stick skillet with non-stick spray and set aside. Into a large bowl, crack 3- 4 eggs … Continue reading →

Nothing waves the sunshine flag like summer corn and there are many exceptional dishes with which corn is the impacting ingredient. From simplistic corn fritters to delightful corn smoked fish and grille smoked artichokes – keep the corn husks (not … Continue reading →

Some dishes are not seasonal. Traditional Fruit Ambrosia is a year-round favorite and this dish is perfect for celebrating the 4th of July. When the Ambrosia is put into a rectangle dish, the top can easily be decorated to resemble … Continue reading →

Summer indulgences include walking into a full-service bakery, as the combined baking aromas of butter, sugar, and eggs fill the air. These distinct aromas can only mean pleasureful treats. One of my favorite treats is German Chocolate Cake. Its distinctive … Continue reading →

Let’s keep dining easy and fast at least one evening per week. Try my No Fuss Tacos for a tasty Taco Tuesday dining moment. First, in a skillet pour in one 28 oz. can of peeled plum tomatoes, including the … Continue reading →

New cooking toys are thrilling to explore and my new summer toy is a cast iron shrimp pan. Shrimp dishes make the summer season special and this shrimp pan can be utilized inside the home or with your outside grill. … Continue reading →

When traveling, many places inspire us and sometimes it is the unexpected inspiration that comes from a unique place that lasts a lifetime. Valldemossa, Mallorca is such a place, in Spain. Likewise, music is a lifelong memory trigger and this … Continue reading →

Memorial Day ceremonies commemorate those brave souls who have courageously protected our way of life and this year seems even more significant with the active efforts from the frontline battlers of COVID-19. We honor those who have given us our … Continue reading →