Thai Coconut Chicken Dinner Party

“They” say you should never try out something new for company. Well, I seem to always swim upstream and go against the rules. I’ve been dreaming about this smorgasbord of sweet potatoes for weeks now, as it’s been awhile since I’ve had the chance to splurge into the sensation of the creamy, buttery goodness of…

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Sweet and Savory Raw Radish and Cucumber Salad

We already established that the beauty of the watercolored and ravishing vibrance of watermelon radishes is hard to come by in this great state ~ so, when in hand, I’ve determined it’s essential to take advantage of the raw rarities in any and every way. A sweet and savory marinade drizzled over the top of…

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Spicy Spirulina, Spinach and Kale Chip Salad

Spirulina is super – in fact, it’s a superfood.   It’s super good for you and serves as a super duper addition to all sorts of groovy green goodies.       Spirulina is a cyanobacterium (yikes), or micro algae (but not just from pond scum, ahem), it’s a great source of vitamins and minerals, including chlorophyll…

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Blistered Rainbow Carrots with Carrot Top Pesto

Yes, I’ve said it before. Pesto really is the BESTO! Pesto can be anything at all, which is why it’s so incredibly THE BEST. There’s really no rule that states the savory smear needs to be the basic basil, pine nut and parmesan deal. …..there’s no rule that states garlic and olive oil must be…

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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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Cherry Espresso Balsamic Brownie Bites

Is your mouth watering yet? Not a giant fan of the typical “sweet treat,” I’ve been hankering to create some soft of chocolate delight at home these days. Is your mouth watering yet? Not a giant fan of the typical “sweet treat,” I’ve been hankering to create some soft of chocolate delight at home these…

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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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Seduction and Radishes

Crisp Raw Radishes ~ They will seduce you. Oh yes, they will. You see, it’s in the Seductively Smooth All-Natural Peanut Butter and the Crunchy Sea Salt Plain and simple. It draws you in. You’ve been there before in life. You know what it’s like.   Almond butter is an option, but you may find it simply…

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Lemon Basil Tagliatelle

Pasta comes in all shapes and sizes, you know. In fact, according to recent stats, there exist thousands and thousands of different cuts of the precious and delicious semolina sensation. Although most pasta doughs all contain the same simple and basic ingredients, the shape of the noodles all create different vehicles for selective sauces and…

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Spring Zoodle Salad

  Spring is here. Spring reminds me green. Bright, fresh, and green. Herbs galore. The zesty delight of cilantro and the intoxicating flavor and aroma of basil ~ with LIME ~ formulated together for another dish of amazing green goodness. Spring Zoodle Salad 3 large zucchini squash, spirlazed or “noodled” sea salt 1 large bunch…

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