Old Fashioned Potato Salad. That’s right, this recipe is complete with mayonnaise, which I almost never use any more – even with potato salad! Summer always brings back memories of my mother’s potato salad. I must admit, this salad just gets better as it sits in the refrigerator, so don’t worry if you have leftovers. […]
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Want an easy appetizer for summer? Bobby Flay’s Grilled Potato and Goat Cheese Napoleon with Balsamic-Basil Vinaigrette is perfect. I love taking advantage of fresh basil and chives, especially when I can go outside and pick the herbs from my garden. Most of this dish can be assembled in advance and grilled just before serving. […]
Nothing conjures up summertime more than s’mores. Try bringing Donna Hay’s version of this American classic to your next beach bonfire, even though these are scrumptious anytime of year. Kid’s love to finish these treats off with roasted marshmallows. SERVINGS: 20 INGREDIENTS 1 stick butter 1 ¼ cup brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 […]
With summer coming up, why not try the Four Season’s “Mañana” (tomorrow) recipe? The raspberries give this tequila cocktail a refreshing spin. David Ravandi’s Blanco Tequila, from his 1 2 3 line of certified organic tequilas, is the perfect tequila to complete this cocktail. SERVES: 1 INGREDIENTS 1.5 ounces Uno Tequila (from 1 2 […]
Basil, lemon and garlic roasted chicken. What could be easier than this colorful, tasty dish? It’s perfect for a casual evening or entertaining. The cherry tomatoes, zucchini and lemon wedges provide the color. Every cook needs an arsenal of quick , yet easy to prepare , meals that can be beautifully presented. This is one […]
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 […]
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 Oysters with Cucumber and Mint Vinaigrette recipe is simple to prepare and absolutely delicious to eat. I discovered this fabulous dish when visiting Ponta Dos Gonchos, located on a tiny island off Brazil called Florianopolis. Talented Chef Luis Salvajoli served the most wonderful seafood throughout our stay, with a flair for combining unique, always fresh ingredients. […]
Turkey Stuffing is one of the best parts of turkey dinner during the holidays. Check out some of my personal favorite recipes in the holiday category of The Gourmet Review. My turkey stuffing comes from my mother and was passed down through generations. I always have extra stuffing that I cook in a separate baking […]
The Barefoot Contessa’s Mocha Chocolate Icebox Cake combines everyone’s favorite chocolate chip cookies or chocolate wafers with layers of delicious mocha whipped cream. Is there anything that Celebrity Chef Ina Garten, better known as the Barefoot Contessa, makes that isn’t a great dessert for entertaining? SERVES 8 INGREDIENTS 2 cups cold heavy cream 12 ounces Italian mascarpone […]