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¡Feliz Navidad! Celebrate with a South of the Border soup Posted on Dec. 13, 2019 It’s always our tradition on Christmas Eve to have a buffet of appetizers, soups, sandwiches, and salads. People can eat whenever they want, as often as they like, and as much as they like, too! I have two favorite soups…
You’ve heard of the 12 Days of Christmas — well why not add a little extra “spirit” to them with these expertly crafted mixed drinks, all of which can only be found here in San Diego.
A Favorite Fall Dish This comforting risotto is perfect for cooler evenings ahead Posted on October 9, 2019 Spoiler Alert! If you are opposed to more than a few carbs and a little bit of fat, you better turn the page and read no further because there is only one way to make and enjoy this…
Kentucky Fig Fizz A modern spin on The Old Fashioned Posted on August 8, 2019 Anyone who knows me knows I have a love affair with the South. I love the beautiful grassy lawns, ivy covered walls, and the endless mounds of hydrangeas that flank stately Colonial-style homes with oversized front porches. The sense of…
Chilled Spicy Avocado and Cucumber Soup Keep cool this summer with this spicy cold soup Posted on July 10, 2019 In the summer months, little to no cooking is how I like to keep my house cool. And in order to protect my reputation as a chef and restaurant owner I can only order so…
Grilled Fruit Cobbler A summertime twist on a favorite sweet treat Posted on June 11, 2019 Hooray for berry season! And I’m happy to report they’re coming in fat and sweet thanks to all the rain we had this winter. Once June and July roll around, I am not much for heating up the house…
Garlicky Chicken with Capers, Lemon, and Anchovy Quick & easy for a weeknight or good enough for company Posted on May 9, 2019 Anyone who has ever eaten dinner at my house knows that I don’t feel as though I have served a decent meal unless it’s something intensely savory. My go-tos include whole-roasted, oily…
Coconut Macaroon Nests Posted on April 10, 2019 These coconut macaroons are one of the most versatile cookie recipes you will have in your repertoire of sweets. I love to recycle recipes and I have used this one over and over for many occasions. At Bake Sale Bakery, we would make them “haystack” style and serve…
Bakerita A passion for healthier baking means treats as good as the real thing Posted on March 20, 2019 Talk to Rachel Conners for a few minutes and one thing will quickly become clear: she is a perfectionist. She admits to this multiple times as she discusses her longtime passion for baking that’s become her career.…
The Magnificent Lemon It’s time for this citrus to get some respect I love citrus season. You can find just about every variety at farmers markets. Let all of the Cuties, blood oranges, and oroblanco grapefruit take center stage. I will happily reach to the back of the display for the lemons. Languishing at the bottom…
Hot & Spicy These Buffalo cauliflower tacos are a fresh take on “Buffalo wings” for the New Year Posted on January 2019 This easy vegetarian riff on Buffalo chicken wings is a big hit at my house. It has all of the components and flavors of the popular bar snack, but it is lightened up by…
Roasted Golden Tomato Soup Making the most of the end-of-summer harvest Posted on October 12, 2018 As much as I like summer, with its laid-back schedule and relaxing family time, there is something about the kids being back in school, the sound of Sunday NFL games playing in the background, and the arrival of fall…
Basil-Black Cherry Ice Cream Posted August 6, 2018 Seems like not a day goes by that yet another frozen yogurt shop pops up on the corner. Curse you, Pinkberry! Why didn’t you just let that trend stay dead and buried? Some of us still prefer our fats in the form of a juicy steak, creamy salted…
