Happy Valentines Day! Here is your dose of inspiration. My first time making this and it is a winner. This easy to make tart will win you all the hearts you desire. From creamy, silky whipped cream to the chocolate cookie crunch in the filling, this dessert will please your palate.
Read MoreWe constantly search for flavors to indulge our palate and too often turn to the creamy richness offered by cheese and cream. This recipe is proof that you can delight the palate in other ways. From gravlax to fish, chicken and steak, this side with my Blend No.75 is a quick way to add crisp and bright flavor to your plate without much effort. The fresh, snap and crunch of the cucumber paired with the sliced onions, tomato and zing from the lemon and champagne vinegar hits the spot for a fresh side dish.
Read MoreThe creative process mostly takes place when you are determined to not do things in a certain way or are challenged to use a handful of ingredients that do not fit a known recipe. That open, free space encourages a state of mind that is open to creativity and expansive new ideas. Recently I had purchased some really delicious smoked white fish to use in an appetizer. I had a great deal remaining, so I created this fabulous and exotic smoked fish panini. So wonderful that next time, I may forgo the appetizer and skip straight to this recipe!
Read MoreIn my quest to create a colorful light and healthy brunch salad, I created this dish combining quiche and salad! The result is exotic and interesting with layers of textures and flavors. The salad and quiche could be served separately, but together they create magical visual ecstasy and symphony of flavor. artSAVOR 75 brings it all together.
Read MoreYour practice of Creative and Artful Living will guide your daily life through all matters, both great and small. It will free you from restrictions and constraints. It is how I approach everything and what inspires my culinary creations, like this visually delightful and elegant dish that goes with any protein or vegetable. The emerald sauce made with fresh spinach herbs, almonds and a touch of my artSAVOR 75 together with my fluffy flaky rice create range of flavors that are nutty, zesty and tangy with a little crunch.
Read MoreShakshuka or Paella or Bibimbap? That is the Question . . . Does it really matter? To me cooking is all about creating flavors and not being limited by any recipe or cooking technique. Remember whatever recipe or cooking method you follow today was first created by someone else. Be bold and explore, that someone could be you.
artSAVORs 20 and 75, meld to create a truly delicious array of flavors in my variation of shakshuka-style casserole. This is another picture-perfect dish to create from reserved food in your refrigerator and pantry.
It is good that my family, particularly my husband, loves dessert, otherwise, I would never create any sweets. The most flattering moment for me is to watch them close their eyes with delight as they indulge their senses with the sweet I created. This incredibly easy dessert is worth the effort for the pleasure on the palate from creamy, tart filling, the silky whipped cream to the crunch of the graham cracker crust.
Read MoreBetter than any store bought pesto, with a flavor-packed punch with only a few ingredients and a food processor. Fresh, homemade basil pesto can be used as an easy marinade for grilled and roast meats or stirred through a big bowl of pasta or zucchini noodles for a quick dinner solution! Just a spoonful of pesto can be used as a complimentary garnish to give many savory dishes a nice, fresh kick! artSAVOR 75 just adds deeper flavor to an already amazing sauce.
Read MoreIf you are obsessed with total dining experiences then you will understand that planning menu and tablescaping go hand in hand for me. How fun this recipe for my Winter White Bisque to go with your "winter white" tablescape. If you know anything about me, you know that simplicity and elegance go hand-in-hand, this recipe is a masterpiece that will impress but the preparation doesn't require a "top chef" to prepare. Don't tell, that's our secret!
Read MoreI constantly challenge myself to create new salads that are exotic and interesting with layers of textures and flavor. artSAVOR 75 brings together just a few ingredients to create a simple yet very sophisticated salad fit for elegant dining or everyday. The array of flavors and textures are delightful. This recipe makes an impressive cheese course finale to a multi-course dining experience.
Read MoreOnce my life was lived in the fast lane of corporate America. Believe me, I know what it's like to come home and just want something delicious and soul-satisfying with minimal effort. Here I offer you a recipe with just a few ingredients, packed with flavor that takes minutes to make. If you just happened to have some fully-cooked Argentinian Red Shrimp on hand, this light and healthy soup becomes a complete meal. Oh! Wait! You really need a glass of Margerum Riviera Rosé to complete your dining experience.
Read MoreartSAVOR 50 paired with the sweet tartness of tamarind paste elevates the flavor symphony of this dish to the ninth level. The addition of the fried quail egg is a ray of sunshine in the presentation of this heavenly dish.
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