Posts about food and drinks and recipes.
The first time that I had a Springtime in Paris cocktail was in the summer. Don’t let the name fool you – it’s a great summer beverage! You can enjoy this cocktail anytime. It could be a perfect cocktail to serve before a hearty fall or winter meal. As you can see from the photo, we enjoyed them during lilac season this spring. … Read more
Use some of your farmer’s market strawberries for this delicious strawberry spinach salad with balsamic vinaigrette. You’ll be glad that you did. Strawberries and balsamic vinegar complement each other perfectly in this salad. The sweet and salty walnuts add a touch of crunch and richness to balance the tart vinaigrette.… Read more
Balsamic vinaigrette is one of the salad dressings that I always have on hand. It is terrific on many types of green salads and it is delicious blended with grain and vegetable salads. Its robust flavor complements many vegetables and fruits, making it a versatile dressing with many uses.… Read more
I am a huge fan of Dijon vinaigrette. It is one of two vinaigrettes that I almost always have on hand, so that I can pull together a salad at a moment’s notice. Its tangy, spicy flavor pairs perfectly with citrus and with spicy greens, such as arugula and watercress. … Read more
I’ve been making this rhubarb upside-down cake for special events. A rosy take on the pineapple upside down cake of my youth, this cake features the tart flavor of rhubarb, caramelized with sugar and butter.… Read more