I had the opportunity this week to stay at Toronto’s Drake Hotel and we had a fantastic time. I had never heard of the Drake Hotel although it has the sort of name that sounds familiar to me. I found it on Trip Advisor and every other hotel in Toronto was full. I never did… Continue reading Artist’s Vacation at The Drake Hotel
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My Top 10 Most Memorable Restaurant Meals
I have eaten out frequently my whole life and some meals are better than others. Every now and then, I have a spectacular meal either by attending a super nice restaurant or, just by accident, everything collides and a meal unexpectedly astounds me. I thought it would be interesting to try to make a list… Continue reading My Top 10 Most Memorable Restaurant Meals
French Chef Alexandre Gauthier–a Dinner in My Top Ten
Last night we had a meal that made my top 10 list. It was a meal like nothing I have experienced. Alexandre Gauthier came to the Stratford Chefs School bringing his front of house manager and his pastry chef. Gauthier is a Michelin Star chef with a restaurant called La Grenouillère. Sela was lucky enough… Continue reading French Chef Alexandre Gauthier–a Dinner in My Top Ten
What About Sugar?
I have seen some pretty scary obesity studies this week and I have always thought that sugar was the devil. Since my children were born, I have tried to limit it, replace it, negotiate around it, and keep it away from them as much as possible in their lives. But this summer, I changed my… Continue reading What About Sugar?
“Sun” Dried Tomatoes
These DIY “sun”dried tomatoes were easier than I expected and more delicious! My “sun” dried tomatoes are made in the oven. Since they take such a long time in the oven, I recommend you fill the oven with as many cookie sheets full of them as possible. My oven has 3 racks, so I do… Continue reading “Sun” Dried Tomatoes
Calabacitas
I first tried this side dish at a little restaurant in Albuquerque in the late 80’s. I am not sure whether it is a regional dish or if it was unique to this restaurant, but I experimented and came up with my own version. It’s a summer favorite in my family, served with beans and… Continue reading Calabacitas
Raw Spicy Kale Chips
I love making kale chips and my kids like them too. They are always a hit at a party and people are always a little surprised when they like them. They are great for parties and I use them as a somewhat healthy snack. For me they really do replace chips. I love how my… Continue reading Raw Spicy Kale Chips
Review: Three Meals at Quatrefoil Restaurant
My media guy asked me the other day how restaurants fit with the central theme of the Crucible bookii, which is about falling in love with Mel. For me, when I go to restaurants, I am also alone with Mel, and it is when we have some of our most intimate conversations. Food and restaurants… Continue reading Review: Three Meals at Quatrefoil Restaurant
Low-Carb Lettuce Tacos
Last night I found a way to make Low-carb tacos that worked for us. I love the flavor of tacos but I don’t always want the carbs and the fat from traditional tacos. These gave me the flavor of a taco without the shell. I loved them and wanted to share them with you.
Almost Salsa
My kids don’t always like spicy salsa. This is a great condiment for eggs or Lettuce Tacos or anything that needs some added flavor. The shredded jicama makes it look like cheese and for my brain that makes my Lettuce Taco taste better.