Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gardener’s Spritz
A lovely way to keep cool this summer – Spritz! Make prosecco ice cubes with strawberries and blueberries – these ice cubes will not dilute your cocktail while you are sipping (regular ice cubes will water down your cocktail as they melt). Since the colors in this spritz are red and blue – it’s the […]
Whipped Brie with Fig Jam, Pistachios and Hot Honey
I love pistachios and I love hot honey. My idea of heaven is to combine pistachios and hot honey in a lovely spread to serve on buttered, toasted baguette slices. The addition of Olivelle sweet cream butter infused olive oil adds a buttery flavor to this creamy spread.
Pan con Chocolate – “Bread with Chocolate” Spanish Tapas Dessert
Here’s a fabulous chocolate dessert your guests will not be expecting at your next dinner party – and they will LOVE it! I recommend this dessert for a Spanish Tapas party since it’s origins are Spanish and it fits with the small plate tradition of tapas. I serve it with a chilled Cava to end […]
Chocolate Truffles
Perfect ending for a cocktail party. Easy to make ahead of time.
Baby Bok Choy Salad with Ramen Noodle Almond Crunchy Topping
One of my all time favorite salads! So crunchy with delightful Asian flavors. Great salad for a dinner party or a light summer supper.
Tuscan Herb Ranch Tomatoes
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 refrigerator for 4 hours, which […]
Asiago, Lemon and Spinach Risotto with Frizzled Basil and Oven Roasted Tomatoes
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 grilled veggies. Locally, Olivelle ristotto […]
Angel Hair Pasta al Limone (creamy lemony angel hair pasta)
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 microwave. Sicilian Lemon Olive Oil […]
Everything Bagel Smoked Salmon Spread
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!).
Beverly Hills Iced Tea
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 traditionally topped off with cola […]
