A Special Day at Bottega in Napa Valley

The day dawned with the cool San Francisco fog quietly blanketing the City, draping itself over the Golden Gate Bridge as we began our drive North to Wine Country. As we wound through the city streets, my friends who were in town for the International Association of Culinary … Continue reading →

Getting Ready for the Easter Bunny!

We are 1-1/2 weeks from Easter and it is time to start thinking about food and decorations for the holiday. If you follow these guidelines, you will never have an overcooked rubbery egg again! With the emphasis on healthy eating and avoiding food colors, some people love the idea of … Continue reading →

Open-Faced Grilled Halloumi Cheese Sandwiches (GF option)

Today is the next installment of Food Network’s #ComfortFoodFeast and we are celebrating the classic grilled cheese sandwich. When I want a fast, healthy lunch, it is one of the first things I think of. When the weather turns cold I always add a cup of soup, usually the … Continue reading →

WholeVine Grape Skin and Seed Flours and Oil – A Culinary Breakthrough!

This week I had the opportunity to experience a line of unique new food products that really speak to my heart. Not only are they naturally gluten-free, but they also utilize the normally discarded leftovers from the winemaking process, expanding the sustainability of the industry. And … Continue reading →

Hot Cheesy Artichoke and Chile Dip for Festive Friday

Who’s excited about the Super Bowl? I am! … Continue reading →