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A Great Holiday Season!

January 18, 2025
I finally have a chance to put together some of the travel experiences
The Perfect Burger!!

September 1, 2024
It’s Labor Day Weekend and I am in the mood for the Perfect Burger!
Let’s Make Some Bread

May 22, 2024
Let’s make some bread! I have started a new journey. I have never
Homemade Caviar Pearls-Molecular Gastronomy, What??

February 27, 2022
What the heck is molecular gastronomy and what does that have to do with
Celebrating Valentine’s Day at Doffo Winery

February 18, 2022
Living in Temecula allows me to celebrate various occasions and holidays

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Drink

The Best Smokin’ Whiskey Old Fashioned

October 13, 2023 0 comments

There are so many food recipes on my blog, I realized I have never provided a drink recipe. So today we are making the Best Smokin’ Whiskey Old Fashioned! Nancy took me to Agua Caliente Casino in Palm Desert for Father’s Day and they happened to have a great Cigar […]

BBQ/Grill, Meat, Steak

Let’s Try A Charcoal Steak Rub

August 25, 2023 0 comments

Let’s try a charcoal steak rub. Now I’m not talking about taking a charcoal briquette and rubbing it on your steak. We decided to pick one of the many seasoning rubs on the market that has activated charcoal as an ingredient. It brings a dramatic appearance to your beef dish […]

Asian, Condiment

The Best Quick Recipe for a Spicy Chili Crisp

June 17, 2022 0 comments

It’s time to make the Best Quick Recipe for a Spicy Chili Crisp! Chili crisp has to be one of my favorite condiments. My journey started many years ago as I was scanning my local Asian grocery store for chili oil. I came across some Laoganma Spicy Chili Crisp. From […]

Meat, Sauces / Gravy, Side dish

The Best Meatloaf and Mushroom Gravy

February 15, 2025 0 comments

It’s raining outside today and cozy inside with the fireplace on. How about some comfort food; It’s time to make the Best Meatloaf and Mushroom Gravy. I was challenged by a friend to make a recipe. I accomplished all that and more. The meatloaf was moist on the inside; with […]

Desserts

The Best Light Toffee

January 28, 2025 0 comments

When I visit a new restaurant these days, it seems I get inspired to make my version of one of their outstanding dishes. This time, I came across a wonderful luxurious dessert called Sticky Toffee Pudding. Check here for my recipe! It is definitely decadent. Sticky Toffee Pudding is basically […]

Blog

A Great Holiday Season!

January 18, 2025 0 comments

I finally have a chance to put together some of the travel experiences Nancy and I had this 2024 Holiday Season. It was a Great Holiday Season! We had the chance to visit her family in Redwood City. This gave her the chance to see her favorite grandkid (don’t tell […]

Desserts

The Best Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe

January 17, 2025 0 comments

When I visit a new restaurant these days, it seems I get inspired to make my own version of one of their outstanding dishes. This time I came across a wonderful luxurious dessert called Sticky Toffee Pudding. This just might be The Best Sticky Toffee Pudding Recipe around! Add some […]

Appetizers, Italian, Main dish, Pasta

Quick Guide to Making Pumpkin Gnudi from Scratch

December 20, 2024 0 comments

It seems that Thanksgiving and Christmas come quicker every year. I can always tell it’s getting close when the list of dishes each family member is supposed to bring gets texted to all. The Family won’t let me come if I don’t make my Pumpkin Bread Sausage Wild Mushroom Stuffing […]

Appetizers, Holiday, Jewish

You Need a Bit of Chopped Chicken Liver in Your Life

December 18, 2024 0 comments

When you hear the word pâté, do you start to salivate or do you start to gag (even though you may have never tasted the dish). I’m telling you that you need a bit of chopped chicken liver in your life! It’s basically a pâté. That’s it! If you want […]

Appetizers, Holiday dish, Soup and Stews

How to Make Authentic Matzo Ball Soup at Home

December 5, 2024 0 comments

I want to show you how to make authentic matzo ball soup at home. It’s that time of the year to make some of the Best Matzo Ball Soup that will remind you of Family Dinners past! In the past, the job of making the soup might have been handled […]

Bread

The Best Banana Bread Recipe

October 25, 2024 0 comments

I have been passing by these very ripe bananas on my kitchen counter for the past week. I decided not to let those bananas go to waste! Today, I am making banana bread! Most of the ingredients can be found in your pantry. I decided to try something different; the […]

BBQ/Grill, Blog, Meat

The Perfect Burger!!

September 1, 2024 0 comments

It’s Labor Day Weekend and I am in the mood for the Perfect Burger! When people talk about what makes the perfect burger it’s almost like talking about politics or religion. You shouldn’t do it! All I know is that sometimes there is nothing better than a great burger that […]

Appetizers, Cheese, Main dish

Truffle Mac & Cheese

July 17, 2024 0 comments

Nancy and I are lucky to live in the great wine country of Temecula. Many of the local wineries and restaurants provide truly great wine-pairing meals. Going to these events continues to inspire me to make great recipes. A recent meal at Angelo’s Italian Restaurant in Wildomar provided some inspiration […]

Soup and Stews, Vegetable

Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho

July 8, 2024 0 comments

We are getting some great tasting heirloom tomatoes at our local grocery store. Perfect for making a Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho! Summer is the time of the year to make a cold soup like gazpacho with temperatures reaching 100°. Sometimes it feels good to just eat a light meal that won’t […]

Appetizers, Salads

The Perfect Wedge Salad With Blue Cheese Dressing

July 7, 2024 0 comments

Now is the time to make the perfect wedge salad with blue cheese dressing. It’s too hot to eat a heavy meal, so a great salad can really hit the spot! This wedge has all the flavors that keep you interested. All the flavors are there; salt, sweet, sour, and […]

Salads, Vegetable, Vegetarian

The Best Roasted Corn Salad Recipe

July 7, 2024 0 comments

Who wants a great side dish like my Best Roasted Corn Salad Recipe? Yes, summer is upon us and it’s time to set up our grills and smokers. Pull out the family favorites for everything from burgers and hot dogs, smoked brisket, pulled pork, your favorite steak, BBQ Ribs, and […]

International, Sauces / Gravy

The Best Toum Garlic Sauce Recipe Ever!

June 12, 2024 1 comment

It’s time to make the Best Toum Garlic Sauce Recipe Ever! Have you ever heard of Toum? If you’ve eaten at one of those Mediterranean / Kebobs / Shawarma restaurants, you have probably already tasted Toum but were unaware of its name. Toum typically served on the side in those […]

Appetizers, Chicken, International, Main dish, Meat, Sauces / Gravy

The Best Shawarma Platter

June 11, 2024 1 comment

Looking for a new chicken dish to make on the grill instead of your typical BBQ chicken? How about trying the Best Chicken Shawarma Platter? This dish has so much flavor, the family will love it and this recipe will definitely find a high place on the family’s favorite list! […]

Bread, Italian

Just a Great Focaccia

June 3, 2024 0 comments

I am a definite newbie in making bread, but I found this recipe to be just a Great Focaccia Recipe! If I can make a great-tasting focaccia my first time jumping into making bread, you most certainly can. Did it “dimple” as much as other recipes out there? It did […]

Blog, Bread

Let’s Make Some Bread

May 22, 2024 0 comments

Let’s make some bread! I have started a new journey. I have never been a baker other than making some Thanksgiving Stuffing, Creme Brulee, or maybe a Souffle now and then. Yes, I know…I know… my pumpkin stuffing requires me to make pumpkin bread. But pumpkin bread is a quick […]

Seafood, Side dish

The Best Crab Cakes!

April 30, 2024 0 comments

If you are looking for the Best Crab Cakes, you have come to the right place! Crab cakes are so good and versatile, that they can be used as a main course or as an appetizer. There’s nothing better than eating good quality crab as the main ingredient in one […]

BBQ/Grill, Meat, Steak

Cardiff Crack – Burgundy Pepper Tri-Tip

April 22, 2024 2 comments

Recently we visited San Diego to see a concert. We were told to stop at the Cardiff Seaside Market on our way home. What for you ask? To pick up some “Cardiff Crack”. We are certainly not drug users but when it comes to food, we can be convinced to […]

International, Italian, Main dish, Pasta

Gnocchi or Gnudi, You Pick!

April 19, 2024 1 comment

Just another day on my COVID-19 watch. Gnocchi or gnudi, you pick! First of all, what is the difference? One thing for sure is that Gnudi is not related to the bad dream you have every once in a while about the after-effects from the first college frat party you […]

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