Pollo en Mole Poblano (Chicken in Mole, Puebla Style)

If there is one dish that could be considered Mexican haute cuisine, then Mole Poblano is surely it. Legend has it that the voluptuous sauce – a blend of chiles, spices, and chocolate – was created by the European Catholic Read More …

Tiny Tostadas of Smoky Chicken Tinga with Avocado and Aged Cheese

It’s rare to pass a restaurant, snack shop or street stall in the Central Mexican town of Puebla without detecting the alluring aroma of shredded pork with smoky chipotle chile, tomato and sweet onion. Tinga they call it, and they Read More …

Fresh California Asparagus Pizza with Red Bell Pepper, Olive, and Feta

Fresh California asparagus spears bring an extraordinary touch of style to the humble pizza. This tasty, colorful version, which appeals to vegetarians and omnivores alike, will win orders – and win at the bottom-line. Serve the best from the west; Read More …

Veal Saute Szechuan

Here’s a Chinese restaurant-style dish that’ll have your taste buds zinging with flavor. Quick cooking on high heat helps keep the tender veal moist. 1 pound veal, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons chili sauce Read More …

Veal Marsala

This tender cutlets are caramelized in Marsala’s smoky flavor. This rich dish would be well complemented by serving it simply alongside buttered pasta and steamed vegetables. 2 (8-ounce) veal cutlets, halved 1-1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2-1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 Read More …