As you may have guessed, I am not a “dessert lover!” When it comes to creating sweet endings for a menu, I always try to find a quick and easy solution that says “made from scratch” but is just mostly! Everyone loves a fudgy, chocolate brownie. My version is made better with walnuts and fresh tart cherries stirred through the batter. The cherries have been cooked down with a bit of sugar and Grand Marnier. It is finished off with layer of brown sugar caramelized bananas.
Read MorePart of my shopping joy is the discovery of new products that pique my curiosity. Recently I came across wine-based margarita cocktails. The bright colors grabbed my attention, so I decided to give these beautiful strawberry red and vivid lime color libations a try. I chose to spin these up in the blender with some ice into a lightly frozen refreshing cocktail which lowers the alcohol content. This is the perfect welcoming aperitif with to serve your guests on a summer night!
Read MoreDespite not being a chocolate lover, this warm dessert really tickles my palate in all the right ways! Elegant, graceful and silky this molten chocolate cake is topped with tart strawberry and bittersweet, candied orange peel and a bit of cold vanilla ice cream. This dessert is the symphonic rhapsody to conclude my poolside dining menu. A deliciously wild and wonderful bit of flavor anarchy, you just can’t quite find the words to describe the experience. Simply put, I think you will agree, “It is all fabulous!”
Read MoreDuring the summer, I love to welcome my guests with a light, refreshing cocktail to set the mood for an artsy, delightful evening. Weather allowing, there’s no better place to entertain than outdoors to experience the lush greens, colorful flowers and beautiful summer sky. Sipping on this slushy beverage redolent of a summer sunset colors and garden aromas of melon and rosemary. It could hardly be any easier with this fast and fun drink that presents with elegance. A flight of fancy! Get Creative!
Read MoreMy first taste of “Death By Chocolate”, a 7 layered dark and light chocolate cake smothered with chocolate sauce, was at Les Anges on Pacific Coast Highway. I was at top of my business life and out every night exploring the hottest restaurants in Los Angeles. The chairs were uncomfortable and the menu was all in French. But I loved their avant garde food. Death By Chocolate was the signature dessert, so rich that I could only have one bite. Les Anges’ Crème Brûlée was my favorite.
Not being a sweet lover, I try to make easy and light desserts. This is the easiest dessert I have ever made, just 4 ingredients and literally 3 minutes. You can serve with fresh berries, bananas, ice cream or unadorned. I hope you love it!
Read MoreSummer is here and that calls for colorful sexy slushy cocktails that are just as beautiful as they are delicious and refreshing. Do not get intimidated by cocktail recipes, you don’t need to be a mixologist. Trust me! I do not like anything complicated. Fancy, fast, fun and tasty! Slushtails can be boozy or alcohol free.
Read MoreI created this recipe for a Thanksgiving feast, but I think every meal should be presented in a joyous and celebratory manner. I believe it is so important to create a convivial environment with simple bites that are light and healthy before a big meal. This amuse-bouche is light and healthy with a nice crunch from the lettuce wrap and packed with flavor and color. This won’t spoil anyone’s dinner!
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