Fresh Fruit Salad

In addition to my Quince Mint “event” earlier this week, my friend treated me to a little fresh fruit salad she had recently whipped up. She’s a kitchen star, that Anne. She is. Flavorful, fruity, and fantastic, of course. Oh, and it’s all a gorgeous hue of fuchsia. Fresh Fruit Salad 1 cup red grapes,…

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Quince Mint and Sweet Potato Rounds

  Just last week one of my very nearest and dearest friends sent me the text,“Any idea what to do with quince jelly? I have some but it’s bland and has no flavor.”I immediately shot back ~“Of course! Mix it with a little honey, some mint, serve it on a crispy sweet potato, and garnish…

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Meyer Lemon Salt

I’m an absolute salt fanatic. …and I adore Meyer Lemons. Thus, I’m in heaven with the best of both worlds. Great creative in the kitchen. I dare you.

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Baby Romanesco and Meyer Lemon Purée

  It’s May Day! Oh happy May Day. Fresh flowers, bright colors, and spring sensations at the table ~ this is my idea of the first of May. Remember those days of surprising a neighbor with a beautiful May Day bouquet by leaving the flowers on the doorstep, ringing the bell, and running away? I…

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Chicken Avocado Squash Pot

      **Disclaimer… I’m highly embarrassed in regards to these photos. I’ve been stockpiling posts…and this one has been in the hopper for some time. Late at night…iPhone = no bueno. I promise it was gooooooood. It’s a bowl. It’s a little squash. It’s kind of like a “pot,” and it’s filled with chicken…

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Sea Beans and Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

I love fresh seasonal foods. but I also hate them… I’m a creature of habit, you see. And, when I find something I like, I quickly make a habit of it (eating it, doing it, etc.) So, when I quickly create a new habit, savoring the succulence and sweet sour salubrious sensation of a Meyer…

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Cilantro Lime Chicken

I’ve really been on a cilantro kick as of late. Sure, I’ve always adored the somewhat sassy herb. But, perhaps it’s my itch for some warm weather that’s drawing me closer to the fresh fragrance and peppery pizzazz of the bright green. I seem to be using it in everything! Oh, and with some zingy…

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Artichoke Marinara

There seems to be this false illusion that we eat like kings in our house each and every day (well, I suppose like a princess for me). Gorgeously planned meals and superb photos posted 3-4 days each week creates a sense of awe, I believe, in others, as well as myself, at times. Is it…

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Citrus Cinnamon Chicken

I love citrus. In fact, we kind of have this “thing” going on at home where we either douse everything in lemon or lime. We’re obsessed. And I love cinnamon. It’s sweet and it’s savory all in one. It’s wonderful. Together, citrus and cinnamon are more than wonderful. They are phenomenal. AND, when combined with…

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