Spring entertaining is so much fun. Fresh ingredients like artichokes and asparagus are abundant, and lighter meats like lamb become the star of the show after a winter of hearty fare. I particularly enjoy entertaining outside on our porch, taking advantage of the longer days to watch the sun set over dessert with good friends. [...]
One of my favorite additions to a winter holiday menu is a warm and creamy artichoke dip. There’s just something satisfying about dipping a crisp crostini or cracker into a bowl of rich and melty goodness. It’s a nice alternative to a typical queso and adds a hint of sophistication to any menu, be it [...]
It’s hot in Texas these days. Not just Texas hot, but, to quote Matthew Brodderick, “Africa Hot”. I may be a native girl, but even I’m a little overwhelmed by this early summer heat wave. For a recent dinner I decided a gastronomical getaway to lands cooler would help make the heat a little easier [...]
