Figs with Blue Cheese and Cacao Nibs make a quick appetizer that is both easy and different. After just a few minutes of slicing, scooping and sprinkling these exotic gems are ready to inspire guests with their bold combination of taste and texture.
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Honey Bees
Another thing I discovered in California was a mild obsession with bees. As I lingered around the pool enjoying the sunshine and pleasant temperatures I couldn’t help but notice..
Coconuts and Crocodiles
My husband traveled to India not long ago. He told me the food was wonderful. He took many beautiful photos of the dishes he tried there and their preparation. I’d write about them if I knew enough about Indian food to figure out what they were called. They sure looked […]
Spring Paella
Spring Paella is fragrant and appealing. It gathers a variety of fresh vegetables into a pretty rice dish that cooks on the stovetop. The rice is served all dente and the flavors are bright. This recipe works great for a weeknight meal and is festive enough for company. Once you have tried it, feel free to vary the vegetables and proteins to fit what you find available at its seasonal best.
Buttermilk Scones
Serve Buttermilk Scones with butter and jam for breakfast, or with fruit and cream for dessert. Taken with a cup of tea or coffee they are sure to please and fortify you for whatever lies ahead.
Breakfast in England
What a wonderful custom, this British concept of Bed and Breakfast! Besides a comfortable room with a tea kettle and biscuits I found that a Full English Breakfast, and then some, was served in the dining room every morning…