Warmer days are here and so are the parties that coincide with them and here is a “mocktail” that will quench your thirst. This drink is refreshing and the flavors of the Elderflower syrup blended with the other ingredients is really reminiscent of a gin & tonic but without all the guilt; It’ tart, tangy,…
Archives for May 2018
Risotto with Asparagus & Shrimp
Asparagus is a wonderful spring vegetable and it’s at the peak of the season for the freshest available. I love asparagus, the earthy sweet flavor is unlike so many vegetables out there and it’s so versatile in so many dishes. My recipe for this creamy risotto goes so well with asparagus and shrimp, and yes,…
Alfredo Shells Chicken & Bacon Carbonara
Nothing says comfort food like a steaming hot bowl of creamy pasta, right? Whether you’re eating it at home, going out to a restaurant or entertaining your friends and family, pasta always puts a smile on everyone’s face. My recipe for this Alfredo Shells Chicken Carbonara is a spin classic carbonara pasta with chicken for…
Mini Mexican Hot Chocolate Pies
Have you ever savored a warm cup of Mexican hot chocolate? It’s warm & creamy with some unexpected spices that aren’t in a regular cup of hot chocolate. The hint of spiciness along with cinnamon and nutmeg make for an addicting cure for a cool day, that’s for sure. Now you can have this delicious…
Manchego & Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms always come to mind when I’m designing a menu for a client’s hor d’oeuvres parties or my own entertaining. Mushrooms are so versatile and the perfect vessel to hold all sorts of fillings from vegetables, meats and cheeses, the combinations are virtually endless. My recipe for these Manchego & Chorizo stuffed variety are…
Orange & Chipotle White Bean Hummus with Pepitas
I’m becoming more inventive with my vegan recipes these days since my partner is vegan; I want to keep my recipe repertoire full of delicious choices to keep boring eating at bay. There are a lot of flavors of hummus in the market these days and I wanted to make a homemade one with a…
Roasted Vegetable Strudel with Mascarpone Cheese
I have made this delicious vegetable strudel many times especially when a client asks for a vegetarian option at a dinner party. I know I could do a simple pasta or risotto for a vegetarian option for a sit down dinner, but that can get boring and somewhat unimaginable. I love creating menus and recipes…
Sweet & Spicy BBQ Rub
The smell of BBQ brings visions of summer cookouts in my mind. There is nothing like a good old fashioned barbecue outdoors with friends and family. I’m making a big batch this time to give away as take home gifts for the guests at a dinner party. This lip-smacking recipe will make you wanting…
Chile Relleno Tarts
I’m still cooking Mexican food this week and I made some mini Chili Relleno tarts for a party for Saturday. I love creating recipes for any party, especially a themed party. This is one of the appetizers I’m serving for a co-ed baby shower with a Mexican theme on Cinco de Mayo. I love Mexican…
Mini 3 Pepper & Beef Tamale Pies
Cinco de Mayo is coming up this Saturday and I’m helping with a coed baby shower that has a Mexican menu. This is one of the appetizers we will be serving to the guests. I usually make these in small individual baking dishes for the guests to help themselves at the buffet but since we…
