Crepes Suzette are a marvelous invention, even though the story of their creation seems a bit implausible to me.

This pancake, #5 in my series, is from south India and teaches us all about dal!

Arepas are a Venezuelan pancake & a staple in that country. They are eaten at all times of the day in a multitude of manners.

Scallion Pancakes (Cong You Bing) are wonderfully chewy, flaky, and savory. You can make them at home if you know the secret rolling method.

This classic dish from Venice is a great way to herald the spring. It is best when made with fresh peas and their pods.

Today’s International Pancake comes from England and it has the amusing name of Toad-In-The-Hole.

Peas are at their perfect perennial peak. Please have a peek and be prepared for pure pea pleasure. Risi e Bisi!

Simple ingredients paired with a bold hand and a deft palate make this Avocado Watercress Salad with Green Beans more than a mouthful!

Happy Passover! Matzo-Crusted Chicken Cutlets

Pacific halibut is in season so I made Pan-Roasted Halibut w/ Herbed Lentils and Breadcrumbs inspired by Tom Douglas’ Seattle Kitchen

I combined 2 Martha Stewart recipes in this spicy shrimp & tomato pasta. The sauce uses tomatoes 2 ways keeping this easy recipe fresh.

The Tequila Sunrise is said to have been invented in Acapulco in the 1950s as a welcome to paradise cocktail at one of the resorts there.

White Risotto with Full Fava Flava! You won’t get it if you overcook the beans. Follow this Paula Wolfert method for perfection every time.

This amazing Sicilian Couscous is steeped in a flavorful fish broth & served with hot, crunchy fried calamari on top.

Angeli Cafe in Hollywood turned 25. I have many fond memories from my lost youth attached to this restaurant.

Green garlic is as fleeting as the Spring. Take advantage of its simplicity & enjoy it in a seasonal souffle paired with goat cheese & leeks

Aloo Gobi is an Indian spiced cauliflower with potatoes. It packs a lot a flavor and is a healthy meal or side dish. Vegan recipe.

I adapted my orange marmalade recipe & came up with Mandarinquat Meyer Lemon Marmalade w/ Cinnamon Stick. You could use kumquats too.

With its potato crust and pomegranate sauce, this may be the most refined version of “meat and potatoes” you will ever serve.

Wine Braised Short Ribs with Neeps & Tattie Cakes. Neeps & Tattie cakes. Now that’s funny!

Lamb Champvallon is a classic French recipe that is easy to make and perfect for these chilly winter evenings.