My trip to Coqueta

My trip to Coqueta

Let’s begin in The little city by the bay. Coqueta………A delicious piece of Spain on the Embarcadero waterfront in San Francisco. Spanish for the word “flirt”, Chef Michael Chiarello’s restaurant overlooking the Bay Bridge on Pier 5...
Mom’s Thumbprint Cookies

Mom’s Thumbprint Cookies

I want to believe that as adults we all hold dear a recipe or two that was passed down from our parents or grandparents. I was blessed to have both in my life, and they were all amazing cooks. A memory standout are my Moms thumbprint cookies that would be prepared in...
Chef Jamie’s Decadent Chocolate Ganache cake

Chef Jamie’s Decadent Chocolate Ganache cake

8-10 servings The Holidays are rapidly approaching once again, and dessert recipes are often the most researched as we all attempt to create something new and decadent. Here is one of my favorites with a bit of background. When I arrived at Culinary College, no more...
With The Holidays Around The Corner..

With The Holidays Around The Corner..

It’s hard to comprehend that the Holidays and particularly Thanksgiving is knocking on our door. What a year it has been and for many of our fellow Americans it continues to be an extremely stressful and challenging time. There are however certain recipes that truly...
Chef Jamie McFadden’s ode to Summer Sweet Corn

Chef Jamie McFadden’s ode to Summer Sweet Corn

‘Tis the season for Ohio Sweet Corn! Whether grown in your backyard garden, or purchased at your favorite farmers market this seasonal “candy from the garden” is in season and delicious. Of course sweet corn is simply scrumptious eaten right off the cob, however the...
Eat your Brussels!

Eat your Brussels!

Legend has it that Brussels sprouts were first grown in Europe. The first official description of them appeared in Belgium in the late 16th century. They made their way to England in the mid-19th century and there gained great popularity. Today, the British remain the...