About a year ago, I was sitting in my Italian class and our teacher asked us all to express to the class (in Italian) a favorite Italian dessert. We were working with the verb piacere, translated ‘to be pleasing’, used when you want to [...]
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Fig, Ricotta and Honey Tart
I know my limits better these days than in my youth, although some who know me may beg to differ. I’ve always liked to push myself as far as I could– both physically and mentally, and have learned best by my own mistakes. It’s [...]
Pin ItBFF: Figs and Honey
Some foods were born to be together: Chocolate chip cookies & milk Peanut butter & jelly Apples & cheddar cheese They’re all a great example of 1 + 1 = 3, meaning their combination of flavors elevates each food component to a level it can’t [...]
Pin ItBeing Tempted by Fig Apple Jam
Figs are such a sensuous fruit, I think. When I eat them, I feel like I should be reclining on a divan with long lustrous hair spilling down my back; and lots of young muscular men fanning me with large palm fronds. And I should [...]
Pin ItFarm Visit to California Vegetable Specialties: Grilled Pear, Fig and Endive Flatbread
At least once a month here, I’ll be showcasing a farm or ranch where I’ve been lucky enough to get a behind-the-scenes tour, along with a recipe I’ve created to highlight their “product”. Thanks to being in the San Francisco Professional Food Society (and [...]
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I'm Susan, thank you for visiting my food blog! I enrolled in culinary school after many years in business as a gift to myself to follow my heart and create a life around food. I've now fallen in love with writing and photography as well, and am thoroughly enjoying this new life I'm still creating.
Inspired by the book "In Defense of Food", I began infusing more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains into my everyday diet. Meat and fish will never be completely gone from my diet, but they're no longer the main event on my plate. On the other hand, my husband is a determined carnivore, creating a challenge for me to create dishes that will entice him. Whether you're vegetarian, or just wanting to eat less meat, I hope you'll find inspiration here to try something new to add to your own table.
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