In a preview of coming attractions here is the first in what will be a series of cooking videos starring me, Jude, occasionally Mz. Riz and others as we cook, talk and eat. I keep reminding myself there has to be a first time. I now know how hard it is to be in FRONT of the camera. I'm sure I'll improve. Hope you enjoy. … [Read more...]
Kumquat Preserves–Sweet and Spicy
Kumquats are all over the place these days. And what to do with all those tiny golden orbs? Easy, make preserves. When I was trying to think up a winning entry for the Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational I used kumquat jam as a garnish for my entry the "Sweet Goat". KCRW thought I did a pretty good job. … [Read more...]
Gingered Lamb Spare Ribs: Food Tuesday
Gingered Lamb Spare Ribs Hello my name is Judy L and I’m an impulse buyer. When standing on line at the 7-Eleven picking up my banana and LA Times (Thursdays and Fridays only for the suduko), if I see a Star Scroll display I’ve got to buy one, okay maybe one for everyone. If Star Scrolls aren’t around, and the jackpot for the lottery is over 25 million, I buy … [Read more...]
Kumamoto Oysters, Manila Clams: Sunday Dinner
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...]
Pickled Baby Carrots
One of my springtime traditions is to go to the Hollywood Farmers' Market and buy the first crop of baby carrots in assorted colors and pickle them. This is an easy ritual to maintain because the process is easy and quick. What's better is that the result is as beautiful as it is delicious. … [Read more...]
