I always thought that, if I had a personal chef named Wolfgang Puck (a girl can dream), I would ask for his Chinois chicken salad every day for lunch. After all, this was the salad that introduced us to what we now erroneously refer to […]
Tag: lunch
Smoked Salmon Napoleon
I love napoleon. No, not the general/emperor of France. Although I do have a thing for short, dark, handsome, regal looking French men (don’t judge!). The napoleon that I’m referring to is the sweet gorgeous creation of thin layers of dough intertwined with dreamy, creamy […]
Black Beans With Avocado-Lime Crema
If you’re like me, you grew up eating canned black beans. And, if you’re like me, you’ve most likely found your favorite brand that you’ve been loyal to for years. They’re delicious, easy and a great last minute, healthy side dish, which is why I […]
‘Coq au Vin’ Soup With Potato Gnocchi
Let me start by saying that this is not your typical Coq au Vin, and purists should turn away quickly and hide their eyes. Now, with this disclaimer out of the way, I can honestly say that this is the coziest of all winter soups, […]
Clam Chowder
It’s a beautiful and sunny day here in the Northeast but don’t be fooled by the site of the newly laid bright green sod in my back yard. The howling wind and dropping temperature are an indication that Mother Nature is not ready for spring […]
Winter Salad With Burrata And Balsamic Cherry Vinaigrette
All winter long I crave salads with gorgeous fresh vegetables and grilled stone fruit. The kind of salad you can usually throw together in a matter of minutes in the summer months but is a bit more of a challenge once the temperature dips and […]