Well I have finally joined the blog set. I have been working on my website all summer with new recipes, videos, articles and product recommendations for all to see.
Thought you’d like to see a video so check this one out--- if you've ever wondered how to clean and cut a leek, take a look at this easy technique.
I have been trying out new recipes for my syndicated newspaper column and just enjoying the summer and all the great produce. Let’s face it--- a dinner of heirloom tomatoes, grilled marinated chicken and grilled vegetables makes life worth living…. A chilled summer Rose is the perfect accompaniment.
I cooked a birthday lunch for my dear friend that we enjoyed at the beach. Even a pro can sometimes have a tough time. I made a 12-inch chocolate cake and it fell apart when I unmolded it so I had to make it twice. According to all who attended it was worth cooking it twice! Here’s the menu with a few photos:
Iced Tea with Lemonade
Bellinis (Sparkling white wine with peach puree)
White Wine
Chicken Liver Mousse Pate with Currants and Pistachios
Crudite with Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Dip
Marcona Almonds
Slow-roasted Salmon with Mustard Sauce or Avocado, Cucumber and Dill Salsa
Heirloom Tomato, Burrata and Basil Platter
Green Bean, Sweet Peppers and Jicama Salad with Mustard-Lemon Vinaigrette
Orzo Salad with Corn, Cucumber, Radishes, Carrots and Goat Cheese with a Summer Herb Vinaigrette
Bread Bar Rolls
Dried Cherry and Kalamata Olive Oil Dipping Sauce
Sliced Fruit Platter
Chocolate Birthday Cake
...and finally, Coffee.
Enjoy the rest of the summer. See you next week.
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