Last night I had an esteemed guest for dinner–the mayor of Palo Alto, Sid Espinosa. With his impressive pedigree, I was expecting someone very business-like and maybe even a little straight-laced… but he took...
I think the planets must be mis-aligned or something, because I’m kind of a cherry hater and yet this is my second cherry-focused recipe in a row. True, the last one involved ground lamb...
In the heart of unassuming Albuquerque, New Mexico, lies a street that’s neat for those who like mid-century masterpieces and sci-fi spectacles. Central Avenue, surrounding the University of New Mexico in a neighborhood known...
Today I ate pizza for lunch. Why do you care? Because I’m using a calorie-counting app on my iPhone that rules my life because I’m going to Hawaii in a couple months and I...
There is great food to be had all over Syria, but the far northern Syrian city of Aleppo is the one that’s known throughout the Middle East for its refined cuisine and innovative use...
(Luckily for me, I have friends in high the right places who arranged this incredible experience. I thought I was going to pee my pants. I could not stop smiling!)
People seemed really excited about my rainbow cakes in a jar, but they weren’t the only jarred awesomeness I made that day. Behold the Nutella Explosion – in a jar. Perhaps you’re wondering what...
Last week, I spent five days in New York. Since I was traveling with my gelatoholic husband, five days of travel means I was expected to sample a minimum of five ice cream places–one...
My much beloved Grammy used to make potato chip cookies, but alas, I wasn’t able to find her original recipe. This is my interpretation. What’s not to love? You have potato chips… in a...
This is a tart that practically screams “SPRING!!!!”–and as the springtime is rapidly coming to a close for this year, I’d better share the recipe for this seasonal favorite. You get to enjoy the...
I’d shake your hand, but I seem to be holding 2 ice cream cones. Also, this is the Internet.
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