I love authentic Mexican food but rarely get to eat it at restaurants because of two major food allergies that I have: avocado and corn. I’m sure your eyes popped out of your head when you read ‘avocado’.  It’s the Beetlejuice type of reaction I get when I tell people.  I don’t fret because my [...]

I recently made a scrumptious Mediterranean feast for Valentine’s Day including these little beauties – Herb Marinated Roasted Leg of Lamb Sliders with homemade Tzatziki Sauce (made of Greek yogurt and cucumbers).   I paired these with my homemade Mediterranean Orzo Pasta and a fresh Greek Salad.  Each dish in my meal contained all-organic ingredients [...]

I hope you get the essence of my style and food within this dish.  It is Super Yummy, Healthy, Fresh and Allergy-free for me! I love eggplant and I love lasagna but didn’t feel like noodles today. This is my rendition off of a recipe I saw in Gourmet Magazine a few years back that [...]

I love Mexican food, especially fajitas.  Given my corn and avocado food allergies I don’t really eat it at restaurants because it’s just too risky to deal with.  But that doesn’t mean I can’t make it at home. And it’s way more healthier than what you would get in a crappy place like Chilis!  Note: [...]

I once saw an episode of the Barefoot Contessa where Ina Garten had invited her boss to dinner.  She was wining and dining him with a fabulous Italian meal that was sure to show him who’s really the boss.  She made Spaghetti & Meatballs and I was in love. It is my fave meal and [...]

I like clean, healthy food. That’s how I grew up eating and that’s how I cook.  My refrigerator is full of herbs, vegetables, protein powders and lean meats. Not only because I have some food allergies, but because I live a very healthy lifestyle and like to fit into my size zero skinny jeans all [...]

I bake a lot late at night when I’m working or even stressed out. There is something very analytical and calming to me about it. I don’t like to eat the stuff as I’m always watching my girlie figure, so typically I’m just making it to focus on something creative and then I give it [...]

I bought Butternut Squash a few days ago and have been eying it up every time I open the fridge, getting ready for Thanksgiving.  I crave veggies a lot and love the fall time for it’s variety. Although butternut squash is not low-carb, there are a lot of health benefits to Butternut Squash – it [...]

I think in a past life I must have been Chinese.  Because I have been addicted to their flavors since early childhood. From little dumplings at Deem Sum to Beef Chow Fun and Wonton Soup.  Oh, how I love every delectable and spicy dish.  The very best Chinese food is in China, so if you’ve [...]

Hurricaine Irene has been making her mark on the East Coast.  My parents decided to hole up at my sister’s house in Philadelphia (lucky her!) where the entire clan, all 6 of them, cooked, drank and had a great time I’m sure.  As I was tucked safely away in California working I decided to make [...]