Asparagus Gratin

I love sweet California asparagus, especially the small early stalks simply sautéed in butter and seasoned with a little lemon zest, sea salt and freshly ground pepper. But for serving to guests I also enjoy this quick and easy gratin, it pairs well with Lemon Roasted Chicken and a cold glass of Viognier. Photo:… Read More

It’s Asparagus & Artichoke Season

4 / 24 / 21

A few things to know about asparagus now that it’s in season. Buy organic, fresh, California grown asparagus for the most nutritious and best tasting. Asparagus is dioecious, meaning that it has separate male and female plants. The female plants make berries, containing seeds. The male plants just make flowers, containing pollen. But both… Read More

Lemon Roasted Chicken

6 / 12 / 17

This is by far my favorite dish with hints of Meyer lemon and sea salt and I like to add some roasted baby potatoes to the pan to soak up some of the juices. I use ‘Mary’s Organic Chicken‘ always for the best meat, always tender & juicy, it costs a little more but I… Read More

Easter Menu

3 / 16 / 17

April cooking demo at Temecula Olive Oil tasting room, Seal Beach April 6th, Thursday 6:30 – 8:30, approximately See below for reservations Menu Roasted Asparagus Caesar Salad Pan Seared Lamb Chops with Meyer Lemon & Mint Gremolata Honey Glazed Baby Carrots with Cippolini Onions Fontina & Gruyere Potatoes Au Gratin Blood Orange Carrot Cupcakes with… Read More