Count on the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai  to create fabulous, healthy salads using seasonal fresh ingredients. This is one of my favorites right now at Beach Tree Restaurant. SERVES: 1 INGREDIENTS 9 each shrimp halves (cut in half lengthwise, steamed for 3 minutes and cooled) 3 each orange segments 3 each papaya wedges 7 each baby […]

So, how do chefs at the Four Seasons keep their cuisine new and exciting? If you oversee an Italian restaurant, nothing quite beats a trip to Italy to do the trick. And so it was that Executive Sous Chef Nick Mastracusa spent time last fall in Tuscany. He came back to the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai inspired […]

Ever wondered how a hotel creates the delicious food enjoyed by guests? We asked Chef Fabrice Lasnon, Executive Chef at La Mamounia in Marrakesh, Morocco, that very question. Few places in the world offer such a dizzying array of food inspired by so many countries. Chef Fabrice spotlights the diversity of cuisine and spices in this ancient […]

Sometimes a piece of heaven can be as simple as a fabulous pizza caprese by the side of a pool. No one goes to such lengths making pizza as Executive Chef Nick Mastrascusa, who oversees the BeachTree restaurant at Four Seasons’s Resort Hualalai. Of course, it’s hard to beat the perfect combination of mouth watering pizza and the fabulous […]

Celebrity Chef Giada De Laurentiis is one of my favorite chefs. This Rigatoni with Vegetable Bolognese Recipe is classic Giada, whose dishes take advantage of  fresh herbs and vegetables. Just hearty enough for the cool months of winter, try this wonderful recipe the next time you want to elevate your “go to” pasta evening. SERVES: 6 […]

What exactly is the proper etiquette for opening and serving champagne?  No one knows the answer to this better than Wolfgang Puck. He’s the master at creating the perfect mood for any special occasion. Make sure you remember these tips to look like a pro. If you’re popping the question this Valentine’s Day or raising […]

  As the new year is just around the corner,  I’m reminded of  Ponta Dos Ganchos, which could just possibly be one of the most gorgeous destinations in the world. If you are looking for a great sunny destination, why not try Brazil? Our family visited this dream destination last year. We celebrated New Year’s […]

Want a quick gift idea that’s easy to prepare and just happens to be a perfect holiday project with kids? Head Pastry Chef Pierre  Gatel from  Wynn Resort Las Vegas shares his secret Peppermint Bark Recipe with The Gourmet Review. It’s great for New Year’s celebrations or any time you can’t live another minute without a chocolate […]

Overnight Breakfast Casserole. What’s better  than a “go to” dish that can be prepared the day before? That’s my kind of meal. Simple and no fuss. It’s included in my Holiday Planning Post  Grocery List of ingredients for food shopping – my secret to stress free holidays. INGREDIENTS 12 slices whole wheat bread, crust removed 1 […]

  Every year I need to rerun this post for “Party Mix,” “Nuts N Bolts” or “Doo Dads.” My family expects bowls of this addictive snack for Christmas.  I start making the mix mid November and put in the freezer before adding the liquid ingredients. Each bowl is labeled for a particular family member. This solves the […]