On my last visit to Kalustyans in New York City, I saw this lovely small grained rice in a pastel green color. It is called Bamboo rice and has a mild sweet flavor. Bamboo rice cooks up light and fluffy with a beautiful sea green color. Lately I have been working on lowering … [Read more...] about Halibut with Scallions, Cilantro, and Ginger
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Salmon with Pea Tendrils
Two weeks ago when my sisters were visiting, both escaping to California from their snowy, rainy, wintery climes, we took Nona out to lunch. We drove a little north of Los Angeles, … [Read more...] about Salmon with Pea Tendrils
Maui Ahi Tuna Salad
In November we had the good fortune to go to Maui Hawaii for a few days. As always the fish in Hawaii is the star of every meal. At Mama’s Fish House they serve a salad similar to this, although I am sure I have forgotten some of the ingredients. When I find my notes from the … [Read more...] about Maui Ahi Tuna Salad
Roast Chicken with Lime and Sumac
I must apologize, I have been meaning to give this recipe for some time, but you know how things go. Now that the end of the year is near its time to get caught up and start with a fresh slate, oh oh is that a mixed metaphor? Everyone truly loves this chicken and it is so easy. … [Read more...] about Roast Chicken with Lime and Sumac
Veal Chops With Chanterelle
Wednesday’s Santa Monica Farm Market yielded some fantastic surprises to get my culinary juices flowing. My finds included, rose fleshed, creamy textured, fingerling potatoes; large sweet grape tomatoes, juicy limes, and best of all chanterelle mushrooms. The chanterelles only … [Read more...] about Veal Chops With Chanterelle
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