By the time you read this Hanukkah will be over. If you celebrated, you probably spent some time frying up latkes using cooking oil. Or maybe you like fried chicken or just a little drizzle of oil on your salad. Chef Gerard Viverito offers tips to a dozen oils – some you will love and others you should avoid. Cooking oils and smoke points Heating cooking oils can be … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Recipes Roundup – Favorites We Make Each Year
I love Thanksgiving not only because we get to eat fabulous food, but also because it's when family and friends gather together. My family's spread all over the United States so that's always a challenge. My parents are gone and both my kids are on their own. Trying to coordinate a gathering isn't always easy. Nevertheless, I've saved some of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes … [Read more...]
Insalata Caprese – Caprese Salad with Vegetables and Herbs
Insalata Caprese (Caprese Salad) is typically made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil and olive oil. However, there are many variations. You might want to add chopped fresh garlic, Balsamic vinegar, or other herbs. During summer, there's nothing better than fresh ripe tomatoes picked directly from the vine. If you have room to grow them yourself, … [Read more...]
Cocktails for Women – A Historical Look Back to Ladies Who Imbibed
As March is Women's History Month there have been numerous events to attend in Los Angeles. I listened to a panel of women entrepreneurs to learn more about business. But I also attended a tasting and panel discussion that delved into The History of Women and the Cocktail. It was presented by Pomp & Whimsy, a boutique distiller of gin liqueur, and the Museum of the … [Read more...]
Authentic German Gingerbread – Nürnberg Lebkuchen
Europe sparkles in the winter and Christmas decorations are everywhere. It’s a magical time to travel even though there’s a chill in the air. I can’t help but reminisce about a river cruise we took in November and December of 2013 with AmaWaterways. Starting in Budapest, we floated up the Danube, disembarking to visit glittering Christmas Markets throughout German Bavaria … [Read more...]
