As you’ve probably noticed at this point (or can quickly figure out if you go to the Recipe Archive), I like to bake. In fact, I like to bake a lot. There is something inherently beautiful about giving life to a sweet confection. But every so often, I meet someone – often a man – who insists… Read More Fresh Fruit Tart
So it’s still pretty hot in New York City, and I still haven’t been doing a lot of cooking. Last weekend I was away again, which while fun, did not help me adhere to my own “you must post once a week” rule. But I’m back, with a new post that (1) isn’t dessert, and… Read More Roasted Corn with Manchego + Lime
My mother may stage an intervention – so many dessert posts lately! I might as well call it the Making You Fat for Bathing Suit Season streak of dessert posts. And here I am, trying to eat healthy and lose that vacation weight I gained from eating at places like the French Laundry. Well, fear… Read More Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
I realize it has been far too long since my last post. I’ve been out of the kitchen traveling – Las Vegas, San Francisco, Sonoma. It was an amazing 11 days away, that included a very special birthday dinner at the French Laundry. It was by far the most expensive and extravagant meal I’ve ever treated myself… Read More Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake
Need a break from the seemingly endless number of baked goods I’ve been posting lately? Yes, I do too. It is, after all, bathing suit season. Don’t worry, more treats are coming (like this scrumptious blueberry tart). But in the meantime, here’s a nice, healthy lunch or dinner for you. My friend Shannon over at… Read More Orzo and Chickpea Salad