Ajillo Mushrooms

Few tapas taste more Spanish than championes al ajillo (ajillo mushrooms), dripping with olive oil, garlic and dry Spanish Sherry. To make this tapa even more authentic, be sure to serve the mushrooms with plenty of fresh, crusty bread to Read More …

Coney Island Hot Dogs and Sauce

Savory meat sauce over juicy hot dogs are an amusement park classic. The kids will love them with cheese, mustard or even potato chips. These dogs are the real thing! 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce 1/2 cup diced onion 1/4 Read More …

Chocolate Walnut Bars

These aren’t difficult to make, but they look fancy because they have three distinct layers. A shortbread crust is topped by a chocolate layer, which is then topped with a thin walnut layer. The bars freeze well, and they’ll keep Read More …

The French Laundry Shortbread

This Scottish favorite has a wonderful buttery taste and firm but light crumb – an irresistible combination. If you happen to be in Yountville, California, at approximately 2pm you will see members of my pastry team from the French Laundry Read More …

Japanese Guacamole

In the Japanese art of origami, a simple piece of paper can be transformed into a crane, an elephant or even Santa Claus. Equally subtle, stirring a few Japanese ingredients into roughly mashed California avocado creates a new taste sensation. Read More …

Grilled California Asparagus and Mushroom Salad with Shaved Parmesan

The crisp texture and herbaceous flavor of the asparagus tastily contrasts with the spongy texture and earthy flavor of mushrooms. Kissed with a lively lemon dressing, this dish makes a perfect appetizer, small plate or even a light entree. Go Read More …

Asian Flank Steak

This entree is excellent for summer entertaining. It’s even better and easier if you place the meat in the marinade a day in advance. Accompany with steamed white rice to catch the juices. 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup Worcestershire Read More …

Sweet and Sour Tongue

You can get fresh beef tongue and most large supermarkets, but if you can find a smoked tongue, or be willing to smoke one yourself, you will get even more flavour. Tongue has a mild yet distinctive flavour and is Read More …

Beef Tenderloin with Walnut Horseradish Crumbs

To make this finest cut of beef even more delicious, coat the filet with a zesty combination of garlic bread crumbs, walnuts, horseradish and creme fraiche. 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 shallots, sliced thin 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon Read More …

Cherry Slurpee

Here’s a clone recipe for that popular convenience store slush that most everyone knows from the excruciating brain freeze that follows a big gulp. You must have a blender to make this clone of 7-11’s Slurpee, and enough room to Read More …