We all need a fun, easy new cocktail recipe in our repertoire. Next time you entertain friends, try the Chartreuse Swizzle from the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai  restaurant, ‘ULU. This cocktail is refreshing and sure to be a conversation piece.  Head Bartender of ‘ULU, Doug Shulman, prepares this drink for guests sitting at the bar overlooking […]

This Cannellini Recipe was inspired by a trip to Tuscany last year with Executive Sous Chef Nick Mastracusa. This is simple, healthy and quick to prepare. Every Thursday evening is Tuscany Night on the beach at The Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. Chef Nick gives a nod to Tuscany, Italy with his Tuscan inspired menu. Ingredients are fresh […]

Isn’t The Angry Blueberry the perfect name for a catering company? Jessica Jager shared a family recipe for some yummy, yet healthy muffins. Brian, Jessica’s husband, grew up loving his grandmother’s bran muffins, which were served at The Granny Smith Restaurant (without the fruit) many decades ago. Thank you for sharing! Try tripling the recipe – […]

Every year, the “Blue Baker” and I decorate cupcakes for Halloween. It’s been a tradition watching my granddaughter become more accomplished in her pastry decorative skills. I have a drawer full of pastry tubes, tips, sprinkles and tubes of food coloring in my kitchen that I can no longer close, because we’ve crammed so much […]

Giada’s Prosciutto Wrapped Scallops recipe is perfect for a healthy, easy to prepare dinner for family or friends.  I like to add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to top off this recipe. SERVES: 4 INGREDIENTS ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons chopped pitted black olives (about 10 […]

Peter Canlis Prawns adds vermouth and freshly squeezed lime juice to create a delicious twist for this mouth watering appetizer. It is featured at Canlis restaurant in Seattle and is another favorite of mine, along with the  Canlis salad. SERVES: 3 – 4 INGREDIENTS 5-15 Black Tiger Prawns, 16/20’s, shells removed and reserved 2 tablespoons […]

Wolfgang Puck’s versatile Potato Galette can be served for breakfast, brunch or even the post Oscar dinner for the  Governor’s Ball. Enjoy! SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1 1/2  pounds baking potatoes, peeled 2         teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 1/2     teaspoon salt 1/4     teaspoon freshly ground white pepper 1/2     cup olive oil DIRECTIONS With a sharp chef’s knife, slice the […]

Wolfgang Puck is the original celebrity chef. Puck’s food is always sensational, as well as healthy, seasonal and easy to prepare. Puck’s Basil Garlic Vinaigrette recipe is one of my favorites and is especially good during the summer when fresh basil is readily available. Use this recipe for marinades or salad dressing, as well. SERVES: […]

This Lemon Ginger String Bean recipe is the best I have ever eaten.  The combination of fresh ginger, garlic and lemon zest with freshly squeezed lemon juice, topped with a bit of Parmesan cheese and garnished with  freshly cut  chives is sure to have your guests begging for the secret to this recipe! SERVES: 6 INGREDIENTS […]

Roasted Halibut with Fennel Tomato Sauce. This  is a light, easy to prepare entree and especially delicious when Alaska halibut is in season. As Dana Slatkin,  from Shutters On The Beach,  shared, “This dish satisfies a protein craving without leaving you lethargic, even on the steamiest night. Don’t be deterred by the long list of […]