cleaning out your spice drawer….
you know how you have a million spices in your pantry or in my case drawer? you know you look at half of them and think…what the heck… Read More »

kimchi and tofu stew (soondubu jjigae)
lets discuss kimchi for a moment. i’m fascinated. does sticking your hand in the kimchi bowl every time you walk by mean you have a problem? i blame it on… Read More »
raspberry syrup for my little lady
i have 2 kids. 2 kids with totally different palates. kid one will eat and try everything (he’s my kid). kid two is difficult (she’s my husbands child,… Read More »

cowboy beans for my little cowboy
we’ve been sick this week, we meaning the boy. i talk about him as we, well because, you know, he’s me. i kind of like saying it by… Read More »

cooking with scallops (and duck fat)
a top 10 list, i should do this more often. especially when it includes duck fat and a cast iron skillet. 1. i love duck fat. 2. i… Read More »
red snapper with herbs and tangerines
i’m not really brave when it comes to fish. i like what i like and i never stray far. it’s the consistency that gets me, the taste, it… Read More »
simple and easy turkey chili for 4
so did you make any new years resolutions? i have a couple: get back in shape. i love running…that’s my plan dance more…i have no rhythm but that… Read More »

roasted game hens with peaches and chipotle in adobo
i love bouncing ideas off my boss. he’s a great chef who’s ideas about food are similar to mine. picture this…. industrial kitchen…which by the way is awesome… Read More »

happy new year chicken cacciatore
happy new year! i hope you all had a wonderful and safe holiday, full of good food and great times. i know it was just what i needed…. Read More »