One of my all time favorite salads! So crunchy with delightful Asian flavors. Great salad for a dinner party or a light summer supper.
It’s summertime which means it’s Garden Tomato Time! I love fresh red ripe tomatoes in the summer. One of my favorite ways to serve them is my Tuscan Herb Ranch Tomatoes which also highlights the fabulous flavors of fresh herbs from my garden. The tomatoes need to chill in the
Olivelle Italian Risotto is a symphony of flavor with the asiago cheese, zesty lemon, and earthy sweet spinach. Simply add your wine and stock and you are on your way to an easy and heavenly meal. Make this a hearty dinner with the addition of chicken, fish or pork and some
Possibly THE BEST pasta dish I have ever made…the perfect entree for a summer supper, side dish with Italian grilled chicken and green salad. And if you have some left over, it is equally as yummy the next day, just top with a pat of butter and heat in the
This lovely spread is quick and easy to make and so delicious with flavors of smoked salmon, lemon juice, capers, fresh dill and a touch of horseradish. Topped with Everything Bagel Seasoning (this seasoning is made right here in Virginia!).
The Beverly Hills Iced Tea Cocktail is a variation of the Long Island Iced Tea, but it’s more refined and elegant. If you can’t decide whether to use gin or vodka in your cocktail, no worries – this iced tea includes both gin and vodka. Long Island Iced Tea is
Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 12 this year. A beautiful day to celebrate the special mom in your life with a fabulous brunch. Treat mom to a fanciful brunch. Let’s begin with a cocktail. Mimosas are traditional (find my recipe for Wild Berry Mimosas here) and French 75 cocktails
This delightful cocktail is perfect for a day at the beach or a sunny picnic at the lake. Super easy to make, but the slush does have to freeze overnight to make it slushy. One of my all time favorite cocktail recipes – enjoy!
I love the flavor of fresh pear in cocktails. It is difficult however to find pears that are perfectly ripe. So I often use Asian pears for my cocktails because I can find ripe ones at local Asian markets. Here’s one of my favorite sparkling pear cocktail recipes:
A fun, easy appetizer! Serve with Willamette Valley Pinot Gris or a full-body fruity rosé. Perfect for al fresco dining!
Grab some bubbly and join me while I show you around. I can’t wait to share my love of southern food, cocktails and champagne with you.
