Love. Love. Love this salad. It’s of my all time favorites. Otherwise known as “Salade De Laitue,” this is an elegant, classic and sure to be one of the most popular you will serve to guests for special evenings or a standby at home. The fresh herbs make all the difference. As Thomas Keller explains, “The […]
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Wolfgang Puck creates another seasonal favorite with his Bartlett Pear and Prosciutto Salad with EisweinVinaigrette recipe. The sweet and juicy pear is a favorite ingredient of mine. Remember, you can always substitute Asian, Bosc or Anjou pear, depending on the season. Instead of prosciutto, you can substitute ham, but I personally love the distinctive taste […]
Leave it to Wynn Resort to create some spectacular cocktails. Chef Theo Schoenegger, Executive Chef at Sinatra Restaurant, suggests this cocktail for your next party. You would expect nothing less from Wynn Resort Las Vegas, the winner of the most Forbes Five star awards in the world! SERVES: 1 INGREDIENTS 5 – 6 […]
Last evening my “Blue Baker” was in the mood for truffles at Wynn’s Encore Resort Las Vegas; Sinatra Restaurant, to be specific. She wondered if black truffles were in season. Chef Theo Schoeneger introduced these delicacies to my 12 year old granddaughter during an interview last May. She remains fascinated that it can cost up […]
Lemon ricotta pancakes are perfect for brunch. Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica elevates this traditional dish. The pancakes are amazingly light and have just a hint of fresh lemon. The secret, according to Shutters, is to fold fluffy egg whites into the batter and go easy on the sugar. Fresh berries are a great […]
Wolfgang Puck loves this dessert! “Once all the components are ready, and they can be prepared earlier in the day, it is a simple matter to put them together. The puff pastry squares, called feuilletées, can also be used to make other desserts – with various fruits, ice cream and sweet sauces.” – Puck I love […]
Ponta Dos Ganchos is a dream destination, where you can experience a taste of paradise. The 35-room hotel is an idyllic hideaway nestled in the hills near Florianopolis, a tropical island off the coast of Brazil and a short flight from Rio de Janeiro. Breathtaking views of emerald green and blue waters can be seen […]
The Four Season’s “Farm To Table” nine course tasting meal was over the top. What an evening! Instead of dining oceanside at the fabulous Pahu i’a restaurant, Executive Chef James “Jim” Babian surprised with a two person chef’s table “Inside the Kitchen.” Chef Jim is serious about using local products. Check out the menu below. It was inspired by […]
This Grilled Mussels with Red Onions, Garlic and Basil recipe is from Brazil’s fabulous Ponta Dos Ganchos. Chef Luiz Salvajoli shares his unique combination of fresh ingredients in this fabulous mussel dish that takes advantage of the local seafood caught nearby. I love healthy recipes that are easy to prepare, but have a twist. The […]
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 […]