This Brussel Sprouts with Serrano Ham and Apricots recipe is the creation of culinary mastermind and Celebrity Chef Jose Andres. The dish is featured at Jose’s award winning Spanish tapas restaurant, Jaleo, in Las Vegas at the Cosmopolitan Hotel at City Center. My husband, who has NEVER eaten brussel spouts in his life, LOVED this dish. It […]

Wolfgang Puck shares his Savory Squash Soup Recipe just in time for Halloween, Thanksgiving or any autumn dining occasion. This is a perfect autumn soup and is so popular at Spago’s that it is on the menu six months a year. It can be served either warm or cold. QUANTITY :    2 Quarts INGREDIENTS […]

Wolfgang Puck demonstrates how to create a delicious autumn or holiday soup. You’ll see it’s really quite easy. If cooking for company, try serving Savory Squash Soup in a carved out pumpkin!   This is a great recipe. I love the hint of nutmeg. The soup can be either a great appetizer or main course […]

This Roasted Sea Bass with Lemons  recipe is adapted from Celebrity Chef  Giada Laurentiis’ Roasted Branzino with Lemons. I can’t always find branzino, so I substitute striped bass and  sometimes red snapper. I love Giada’s recipes, for they are quick, easy, healthy and always have an Italian feel to them.   INGREDIENTS 2 teaspoons olive […]

Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck shares his Spicy Tomato and Basil Bruschette recipe.  You can never go wrong using fresh ingredients like tomatoes and basil. Wolfgang Puck recipes are always crowd pleasers. Whether you go to one of Wolfgang Puck’s restaurants like Spago’s, or just try an easy Puck recipe at home, you’ll never be disappointed. SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS […]

Wolfgang Puck can make the simplest of fresh ingredients come together for a fabulous meal. His recipe for Pappardelle With Garlic And Oven Dried Tomatoes is a perfect example of a great pasta that is beautiful, easy to prepare and healthy. SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3  Tablespoons sliced double-blanced garlic 1/3 cup […]

Photo Courtesy Wolfgang Puck   Wolfgang Puck’s food is creative, beautifully presented, healthy and easy to prepare. Try this chicken recipe with garlic and fresh parsley next time you want to impress your family or friends. SERVES  4 INGREDIENTS 4 chicken breast halves, boneless, skin-on12 cloves garlic, peeled1/4 cup Italian parsley leavesSaltground white pepper2 tablespoons […]

Wolfgang Puck serves his perennial celebrity favorite strawberry desert at the brunch following the Governor’s Ball after the Academy Awards. It’s the perfect way to enjoy fresh strawberries just coming into season.   SERVES  5 INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 cup sugar1/8 teaspoonsalt2 eggs1 1/2 cups buttermilk, or 1 cup buttermilk and […]

Thomas Keller makes a mean roasted chicken for his restaurant, Bouchon. Is there anyone who doesn’t love this classic comfort food for dinner? See how Keller demonstrates this his “Mon Poulet Roti” below or his video demonstration and  try it at home. INGREDIENTS One 2- to 3-pound farm-raised chickenKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper2 teaspoons minced […]

Singita’s Executive Chef Loraine Pienaar at Singita Ebony Lodge is talented, creative and passionate about being an executive chef. Fortunately for us, Chef Pienaar has agreed to answer some questions about working in this exotic luxury safari lodge, among the African “Big Five,” rated one of the world’s best dream destinations. Hope you enjoy the interview.  What is […]