Slushy Sweet Watermelon Mint Cocktail!
As you read this, I am back at Rancho La Puerta basking in the joy of that special place. You’ll recall last year’s creamy Electrolyte Smoothie and Ranch Special Sweet
Godmomma Good! Aunt Vee’s Shrimp Salad!
I am on a salad kick, have you noticed? What can I say… it’s too warm to cook but we’ve got to eat… and eat well! On these hot summer
A Fête of Feta! Greek Potato Salad!
One of the most enduring staples at a barbecue or picnic is potato salad. I have always loved it! When I was a kid, we sold tubs of it at
An EXPLOSION of Flavor! Fourth of July Stuffed Firecracker Burgers!
There’s a big birthday party coming up in the United States of America! It’s the 241st for our country. Many people will head out to the beach, barbecues, and other
Show Some Pride! Rainbow Fruit Salad!
This is the first official weekend of Summer and it’s been SPECTACULAR here in New York. It’s a perfect day for the LGBTQ community (and the rest of us) to
Stay Cool as a Cucumber! Cucumber Salsa with Crab!
Although it’s still Spring, we’ve had a few serious Summer days in New York. And let’s get one thing straight about me – I like Spring in my Spring and
Sunshine on a Plate! Lemon Bars!
Ahhhhh, there’s nothing like Spring sunshine! It’s still a little cool but you can feel summer circling the corner behind it! To get into the mood, even on those days
Egg-ceptional Cloud Eggs!
No matter what the weather, these clouds will brighten any breakfast! Cloud eggs are a fabulous alternative to fried or sunny side up eggs. When I first saw them, I
Roses are Spuds My Love – Spicy Sweet Potato Roses!
This has been such a fun time. I’m still over the moon at having had the experience of being on the Today Show last week. It taught me so much
KitchAnnette LIVE on The Today Show!
Well it’s been QUITE A WEEK! I’m still marveling over having been on the Today Show! I’m sharing it all! Watch a video version with some unused footage here: Here’s
Loafing Around with Mini Meatloaf Italian Style!
A couple of weeks ago, I had some friends and served mini meatloaf. When I mentioned it in random conversation afterwards, I was met with “true meatloaf confessions” – friends
Cinco NO Mayo – 5 Ingredient Avocado “Mayo”!
It’s time for Cinco de Mayo! Last year I made a delicious traditional Mexican dessert, Capirotada. YUM! This year it’s time to celebrate with avocados! Avocados are native to South
A Berry Yummy Bouquet! Strawberry Rosettes!
One of the more famous lines from William Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet” is “a rose by any other name would smell as sweet”. This came to mind as I thought about making a new
Flip Out! Cherry Tomato & Mozzarella Tarte Tatin!
When I was a kid, I adored tomatoes. I ate them every single day. No candy for me – give me a tomato! Fresh off the vine from my grandfather’s
Bunny-licious Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting!
It’s a HOPPY time of year! Eggs are dyed, chocolate bunnies are devoured, and colored marshmallow treats are all around (remember ours? Click here!). Growing up, I was a big
Egg-citing! Shishito Peppers & Onion Frittata!
In case you didn’t know, I am not much of a “country” gal. Don’t get me wrong, I like hikes in the woods, walks on the beach, and the outdoors
Sexy Steak! Steak Au Poivre!
Steak au poivre sounds exotic… fancy… elegant even. Funny enough, it’s simply pepper steak. Lots of pepper seared into boneless beef fillets. That might sound way too heavy on the
Honey I Shrunk The Chicken – Lavender Lemon Honey Cornish Hens!
Chicken is a staple in many of our diets. There are countless ways to prepare it but it doesn’t seem as special sometimes. Now don’t get me wrong, I’m a
Every Spud’s Coming Up Roses – Potato Roses!
Potatoes and St. Patrick’s Day go together – well, potatoes, corned beef, and beer but I digress. Potatoes are one of the most versatile foods and anchor a meal so
Sundance Film Festival 2017! Food for the Soul & Whiskey Cocktail!
This January, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the 2017 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. It was FABULOUS! Let’s go back to last July when I went
The 2017 Red Carpet Menu Oscars® ROUND-UP!
Wow! That was SOOOOOOOOOME Oscar® show! Let’s do a quick recap! The FOOD! I am so happy with how every dish came out. Each dish came together perfectly and was
Shrimp & Corn Coconut Chowder with Bacon – 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®
Here’s a fabulous appetizer for the 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®! Manchester By The Sea is such a moving film. The depth of the characters and the pain… the
Lamb Kebabs with Spicy Marinade – 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®
The main course for the 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar® is here! I’m still in dreamy awe of La La Land. The story was compelling, the “breaking out into
Spiced White & Sweet Lyonnaise Potatoes – 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®
The other stellar side dish for the 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar® is here! Lion is a grand movie. It takes you through so many emotions… you fall in
Garlic Ginger Veal Meatballs with Spicy Yogurt Sauce on Rye – 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®
Here’s an OUT OF THIS WORLD appetizer for the 2017 Red Carpet Menu for Oscar®! Arrival is a thought-provoking, entrancing film. So much of it made me think about the
