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 […]

Beef and Ginger Stir Fry is an easy to prepare Donna Hay creates mouth watering dishes that are easy to prepare and are beautifully presented. Let her inspire you for your next dinner party.   SERVES: 4 INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil l tablespoon finely grated ginger 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 x approximately 12 […]

Lemon-Ginger Cookies look like little sand dollars with a hint of ginger. These delicate cookies won’t last long. They are light and I guarantee you can’t eat just one.   SERVES  Makes about 2 dozen cookies INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 1 cup packed golden brown sugar l large egg 1/4 cup sour cream […]

  Pad Thai. Wouldn’t you love to make this at home? Look no further than Four Seasons Resort Hualalai.  Executive Chef James Babian shares one of his favorite Thai recipes. This is delicious paired with his Tom Yom soup and Thai Beef Salad. SERVES 8 INGREDIENTS 8 oz flat Thai noodles (rice noodles) 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons […]

July 4th is here. Friends and family gather from all over the country – New York, Los Angeles, Nevada, Florida and the Pacific Northwest. The day starts early, with kids getting excited about the parade. Everyone rushes to be on time for the tugboat ride to a little city in Blaine, Washington. It’s an old […]