When I am in town, and I haven't been too often the last two months, a Sunday tradition is a trip to the Hollywood Farmers' Market. And tis the season for the makings of my absolute favorite Sunday dinner--a dozen oysters followed by clams in a lemony herb bath. In order to accomplish this I make my rounds to my favorite stands, ABC Rhubarb for herbs and Oyster Boys for … [Read more...]
Zucchini Banana Bread
The August FBLA meeting was all about tomatoes and zucchinis. The challenge for those attending, "What to make?" … [Read more...]
The Year in Cakes: A Photo Journey
By all accounts it's been a busy year for cakes. Looking back at the cakes I baked, no wonder I'm tired. Here they are in all their glory and fondant. … [Read more...]
Fresh Fig Tart with Mascarpone and Creme Fraiche
Nothing makes my heart sing like the sight of fresh figs: At the Farmers' Market, in Trader Joe's, on other peoples' blog postings, in my own garden. I just love those fruity teardrops of crunchy sweetness. … [Read more...]
Cabo San Lucas: The Hilton, Fish Tacos and the Lap of Luxury
Cabo San Lucas is a tourist destination. When one walks through the shop lined streets there is no "work-a-day pulse" that simmers just below the surface like Barcelona, Buenos Aries, Naples. There is the constant hustle by businesses to lure in commerce--beers, tequila, jewelry, food. Therefore, my expectations were very low when Nahid told me that we were to attend a … [Read more...]
