A freshly caught Pacific bluefin tuna made into sashimi.

Hearty beef stew seasoned with wine and lots of vegetables.

Chili–adapted from The Pioneer Woman’s recipe for Frito Chili Pie–perfect for game day!

Chocolate Mint Mochi Cake

Bouillabaisse–fish stew made with an array of seafood and vegetables in a rich, saffron broth.

Tree Ripened Figs! {no recipe}

Japanese-style sweet pickles made with daikon radishes.

Hash made with potatoes, leek, peppers, dill and leftover trout.

Fresh trout–caught in the Eastern Sierra and grilled at home–simple and delicious.

Créme Brûlée recipe from The Pioneer Woman Cooks–Ree’s right, prepare yourself for moans and groans!

Chicken, shrimp, sausage, mushrooms and leeks wrapped in a lettuce leaf for a tasty treat.

Spicy Teriyaki Beef Jerky

An Asian spin on the traditional Chex Party Mix with soy sauce and furikake nori.

Cinnamon Rolls with Mocha Maple Icing

Baking day with my niece Hayley–Red Velvet Cake in honor of The Pioneer Woman’s new Food Network show! Recipe link included.

The food community is amazing. The outpouring of love spreads on.

Not your usual mac and cheese.

Little pots of scrumptious custard made with whole milk–chocolate or vanilla?

Vine ripened tomatoes, freshly picked corn and bits of bacon make this chowder so delicious, you’ll even want to eat it on a hot day!

Cheesy Potato Salad with Bacon, Cilantro & Roasted Garlic–good warm or cold–and without mayo!