I’m writing this after returning home from Julia Child’s birthday celebration. This evening, at Mrs. Dornberg’s Culinary Experience, we toasted to a wonderful cook, who would have been 106 today. There is much that we could celebrate about Julia and what she brought to American cooking....
Basic French Vinaigrette Makes about 2/3 Cup ½ Tablespoon finely minced shallot or scallion ½ Tablespoon Dijon-type mustard ¼ teaspoon salt ½ Tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ Tablespoon wine vinegar 1/3 to ½ Cup excellent olive oil or other fine, fresh oil Freshly ground pepper Either...
We hear it often enough, those four little words that pack a huge punch: “Do not be afraid.” Easier said than done. Thankfully, I’m doing a little better with this concept, which gives me courage--and faith--to be fearless as I face new challenges. I’m not going to suggest...
In honor of my late friend Julia Child's Birth Month, I’ve decided to share some interesting facts with you about her life. I did not know Julia Child personally, although I wish I did. I’ve been reading about her, own several of her books, and still...
I’ve been in some pretty thick fog in the past. Sometimes over land, sometimes over water, and sometimes, in my brain. If you’ve ever found yourself in any of the above, it can be somewhat frightful. In each situation, all I needed was for someone to take...
My garden is producing tomatoes--red, ripe, beautiful tomatoes. I picked a large tomato and a handful of cherry tomatoes yesterday. My assorted lilies are blooming abundantly. They are so delicate and detailed; it’s hard to imagine that they burst forth from little brown bulbs—at exactly the...
“Now that I’m over _______________ (I usually hear the number 50), the weight just won’t come off and my body isn’t cooperating with me.” I hear this story from clients, friends, workout buddies, acquaintances, men, women--even ME! It’s a common topic, right up there with the weather...
Welcome to the dog days of summer and simple eating. Unlike winter, when those crock pot soups and stews hit the spot, we are now in the season of light...
How many times do we think that something doesn’t matter because it’s not spectacular or grand enough? We aren’t able to save the world, so why bother recycling the water bottles? Whatever it is, it DOES matter. In any arena of life, the little things add...
My husband (aka Mr. Non-Compliant) and I typically do not grocery shop together. I know that many couples do and I can only imagine what that must be like. For us, it is a near nightmare experience. Recently, we were in Costco and needed less than...