Moroccan Shrimp

Vibrant and aromatic, the simple, yet exotic spices in Moroccan and East African cuisine will always have my heart.Perhaps it is because I grew up cultured, with fine, ethnic food?Perhaps my palate simply craves “spice,” not always heat, but fine spice?Or, perhaps I’m simply meant to thrive in a Mediterranean climate and my taste buds…

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Spicy Lemon Tomato Simmered Shrimp

Believe it or not, we still have tomatoes coming out our ears. Well, not really. The tomatoes aren’t from my plant or pitiful garden – you’ve heard me moan over my fresh garden woes this year – but from the bounty of my beloved bestie. I’m one lucky girl. So with a squeeze of lemon,…

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Spicy Chili Coconut Shrimp and Sweet Corn Chowder

I’m not a Southern girl by any stretch. Born and raised in the Colorado sunshine and bright blue sky, I often wish I was a southern belle, but I don’t think it’s meant to be. I am a little bit spicy, though, in personality and style. And in addition to spice in my life, I…

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