Pico de Gallo -‘The beak of the Rooster.’ Implicating the size of the veggies being comparable to the size of a rooster’s beak. Also know as ‘salsa fresca’ & classified as a cruda (or raw salsa) it offers a fresh & vibrant accent to Mexican cuisine. The spicy pork chorizo, black beans, crispy seasoned potatoes & sunny eggs over the toothy chew of sourdough, makes this a hearty Mexican feast so gratifying. Serve with an offering of fresh mango or papaya & dark roast coffee.
Read MoreCaught somewhere between a pastry & a bread, this lovely brioche is intertwined with gooey ribbons of orange butterscotch & crisp walnuts. It’s worthy of beginning a Sunday Brunch Tradition.
Read MoreRich & decadent! This is a breakfast (or a supper) made for a king. Rich Nova salmon sits a top an herbed cream cheese with blossomed capers on chewy sourdough crust. What’s not to love here.
Read MoreWho doesn’t love a classic Egg’s Benedict! This version takes it to the next level with a chewy sourdough crust, that cradles crispy prosciutto, creamy poached eggs finished with a tangy hollandaise! It’s pure, brunch magic. Serve with hot coffee or a mimosa if that’s how you roll.
Read MoreThis Cuban pressed pork & pickle sandwich is everything we love! Melted cheese, juicy pork, tangy pickle & tomato served up on crispy sourdough! It’ definitely one way to get your Mojo on!
Read MoreCreate occasions to celebrate life that are unique to your family & circle of friends. Sunday Supper’s are a time to come together & wind down over a thoughtfully prepared meal. This juicy tenderloin is special enough for company yet easy enough to prepare, finished with a luscious apricot & whiskey glaze.
Read MoreLooking for something a little bit different? We love our cinnamon rolls, we’re enamored with babka bread. But with this little gem, you get the chew of sourdough, the richness of a brioche & the filling of baklava & yet it is still a straight forward recipe as simple as making cinnamon rolls. Bake this glistening beauty up for a decadent Sunday brunch. With a cup of coffee, it’s heavenly.
Read MoreAlbondigas! A Mexican tradition. Albondigas are Mexican style meatballs often served in a soup. This delightful version is smoky & spicy with just a hint of traditional mint. It has been deconstructed, serving the rice as a condiment on the side. This allows each guest to customize their bowl, since many of us are eating less carbs these days, this recipe easily converts into gluten free & Keto friendly.
Read MoreCreate your own Pub experience at home with this British inspired menu! The crispy golden batter cradles tender flaky white fish to be dunked in dill tarter sauce. Complete with crispy fries & a creamy bucket of slaw. Serve with a beaming British smile & an ice cold IPA!
Read MoreThe can tells the story, I’m simply the narrator. If your childhood was like mine, than this image brings feelings of both pleasure & discord. Behold the joy of finding a can of spaghetti O’s hiding in the kitchen cabinet! A shinning beacon of pasta hope for the latch key kid. We were the generation of kids that had to figure stuff out on our own & sometimes I think we’re better for it. I am the person I am today because, when necessary, I could open up a can… (Pun fully intended).
Read MoreA sensual dance as each clam pops open under the compulsion of heat & the seduction of cream. The naked essence of the clam, drawn out & imbued with white wine, cream & tarragon, to be slurped up with the tender clam using the shell as a vessel. When that isn’t enough, you’ll find yourself mopping up the elixir with crusty hunks of sourdough.
Read MoreFew things compare to a soul soothing bowl of creamy clam chowder on a brisk & brumous winters day. This is my Mikey’s favorite comfort food & a classic that you’ll want to make over & over again, it’s that good.
Read MoreThis is my personal journey with Keto. I have ended my relationship with ketosis amicably, we both agree to disagree, after a 3 month stretch. I started out, an absolute skeptic, a heckler if you will. The Keto diet was contrary to everything I had ever learned about nutrition. Granted, I am not a nutritionist, I am a chef (I am however just a few credits shy of my Nutritionist Certification).
Read MoreWhy lemon pound cake absolute? Because it is, by far, the best pound cake I’ve ever made & now I’m sharing. A true pound cake in every sense, rich in egg yolks & heavy cream. It’s a buttery slice of pitch perfect, absolute, lemon perfection.
Read MoreWhite Wedding Cake with Italian Meringue Buttercream. Drenched in Pearls & Petals & Crystal Enchantment.
Read MoreThe classic potpie takes us back to our childhoods, to a simpler times when Grandma would say “Go get yourself a soda pop out of the ice box & share with your brothers!” Oh how we love comfort foods, this recipe is in my top five all time favorites! Featuring a heavenly herb infused puff pastry & rich, roasted root vegetables, its perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.
Read MoreWe called upon a Mediterranean pallet to season this turkey; olive oil, rosemary, lemon, garlic & Sofritto. Basting half way through with rendered bacon fat contributes beautifully to the smoky finish.
Read MoreNever underestimate the ability of a few simple ingredients to absolutely blow your mind. These creamy, dreamy, cheese & rice filled Poblanos are Mexican comfort food at it’s best.
Read MoreThe lovely butterscotch nuance of this caramel, with a hint of orange is finished with a flourish of Fleur de Sel, crushed lavender buds or rose petals. So romantic.
Read MoreWe start with browned butter, tempered with cream, add organic brown sugar & honey then finish with a Bourbon Vanilla & Grand Marnier. The lovely butterscotch nuance of this caramel, with a hint of orange to play against the dark chocolate. Finished with a flourish of your choosing; Fleur de Sel, crushed lavender buds or rose petals.
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