Appetizers

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Avocado Toast with Furikake and Shichimi

08/11/2016 |

Ah, avocado toast – what used to be a simple fast breakfast has become a trend featured in magazines and…

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Charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, and fruits.

Summer Party Appetizer Board

07/01/2016 |

The 4th of July is just a few days away and I am greatly looking forward to it. This is…

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Scallion Pancakes Korean-Style with Lemon Soy Dipping Sauce

09/28/2015 |

I have found that sometimes I would really like to have a snack that has interesting textures and complex taste…

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A white plate topped with corn and peaches.

Nectarine & Corn Salad with Lime Ginger Cilantro Vinaigrette

08/30/2015 |

Stone fruit and corn on the cob are piled high at the market now, celebrating the last soft days of…

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Sushi pieces on black plate with chopsticks.

Hawaiian SPAM Musubi

08/09/2015 |

I am now in my 70th year and this is the first can of SPAM that I have purchased in…

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Corn Pancakes with Almond Red Pepper Romesco

07/13/2015 |

Romesco, Romesco. Wherefore art thou, Romesco? Oops, I was getting a little silly there. I’m over it now. Continuing on…

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Panuchos ~ Tortillas filled with Black Beans topped with Achiote Chicken, Avocado & Habanero Salsa

06/09/2015 |

These Panuchos have been on my bucket list of recipes for over three years. They were on the cover of…

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Pecorino Potato Pops with Smokey Chipotle Sauce

04/19/2015 |

This recipe has been a total inspiration for me. It’s little Duchesse potato bites with the spicy smokey dipping sauce…

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Aranitas con Mojo de Ajo ~ Shredded Green Plantain Fritters with Garlic Onion Sauce

01/10/2015 |

When green plantains started showing up at my grocery store about 10 years ago, I was totally fascinated. I had…

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Cheddar Garlic Crackers with Parsley & Pecans

11/22/2014 |

One of the great things about the holidays is family, friends and neighbors come to visit. Not all are coming…

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