Dinner Planner – Week of December 9th, 2019

I have about 45 gifts to buy and I think I have only checked 3 people off my list.  EEEEK!!!  I didn’t even get around to compiling a gift list this year because I have been editing my book up until today and it is finally off my desk.    Phew!  I am so proud […]

Dinner Planner – Week of November 18th, 2019

I have been having such a great month teaching Thanksgiving classes!  People ask me if I’m sick of Thanksgiving by the time it’s Thanksgiving.  Of course NOT!  I am even more excited to prepare my own dinner with my kids.  It’s my favorite day of the year!  You still have plenty of time to get […]

Oven Baked Giant Beans With Tomato, Dill and Feta Recipe

My friend Devon, the one who also gave me the recipe for my favorite Spicy Guava Tequila cocktail, served us these unbelievable giant Greek beans for dinner one night and I immediately asked for the recipe.  Not only did Devon give me the recipe, but sent me home with some leftover beans, too.  I stashed […]

Dinner Planner – Week of September 23rd, 2019

Can feel the transition to a new season?  It’s not just the weather.  It’s also evident in the offerings at the market.  I’m seeing local apples and pears, and winter squash like spaghetti squash.  We still have the last of the tomatoes, eggplant, figs and plums, so it’s a really nice time of year.  Unfortunately, […]

Dinner Planner – Week of August 5, 2019

I just returned to Los Angeles after a magical 3 weeks away.  I was really able to unplug and step away from work the whole time.  Now my inboxes are flooded and I have to get back to reality!  Just as important, I’m excited to be back in my kitchen and returning to my regular […]