Sandy is a cookbook author, culinary teacher, and chef
while Steve acts as Chief Taster, confidant, and chauffeur.
Welcome fellow locavores!
Here we share with you the culinary hidden gems and under-appreciated talents from the four corners of the United States as my husband Steve and I seek out all things unforgettably yummy in our great nation.
Amazing chefs, farmers markets, outstanding recipes, culinary tricks & tips – and let’s not forget the wineries: we will share all our knowledge and great finds with you!
We hope you’ll chime in with your own raves too!
We look forward to seeing you here, and on the road.
Sandy,
A traveling locavore.
OUR LATEST CULINARY ADVENTURES
Free Galveston Texas Ferry
What could be better than FREE? It's my favorite price! Well here in the Lone Star State there's a free Galveston Texas Ferry. Last Sunday we took a drive to Galveston with our Florida friends Laura and Stanley, who just moved to Houston a few short months ago. They'd...
4 Tips on Hosting the Perfect Winter Dinner Party
This post has been updated from the original post that published on February 22, 2022. Winter is the perfect time to host a dinner party! The holidays are just around the corner, and there’s no better way to get into the spirit than by inviting your friends over for a...
52 Year Mardi Gras Tradition
For New Orleans residents Mardi Gras is practically a religious experience. And we were fortunate enough to experience a 52 year Mardi Gras tradition at a block party following the Krewe of Tucks Parade. 52 Year Mardi Gras Tradition Every year, since the first block...
Our First Mardi Gras Parade
The day before we departed from our beloved New Orleans we got to experience our first Mardi Gras Parade, up close and personal. And what a fabulous experience that was!!! Words cannot describe what it felt like to actually be at a Mardi Gras Parade. It was so joyful...
Mardi Gras State of Mind
Whenever Steve and I are in New Orleans we are in a Mardi Gras State of Mind. But actually being there during Mardi Gras season certainly accentuates our mood. I'm sure that I have told you before, but it has become our tradition to dine at Brigtsen's on our last...
Easy No Knead Bread
A few weeks ago our sweet daughter-in-love sent me the recipe for the fabulous bread we had enjoyed during our visit for Thanksgiving. The Easy No Knead Bread recipe was just that...EASY!!! Remember when we couldn't get yeast during the height of Covid? Well I managed...
RECIPES
Crustless Key Lime Cheesecake
Yummy Crustless Key Lime Cheesecake is from the soon to be released book The Diabetes Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers.
I received a review copy of Shelby Kinnard’s and Simone Harounian’s new book on “instant healthy meals for managing diabetes” last week and couldn’t wait to dive in because all of the recipes sounded so delicious. I don’t think it matters whether or not you are diabetic, these recipes are healthful and quite tasty. The recipes are also great for anyone following the Keto Diet! And, because life is short so we should eat dessert first, I started my foray into The Diabetes Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers with the Crustless Key Lime Cheesecake!
OUR LATEST RECIPES
Jewish High Holiday Cooking
It is that time of year when I start thinking about my Jewish High Holiday cooking. This year I thought I might shake it up just a bit and put a more modern spin on some of the traditional fare. Now my family knows it’s not Rosh Hashanah without my late Mom's famous...
Buttermilk Coleslaw Perfect for Cookouts
Buttermilk Coleslaw is the perfect side dish for cookouts or cook-ins! My very favorite coleslaw recipe is the one I created for the first cookbook in my Tasting America: one bite at a time series. If you have prepared any of the recipes from Tasting Alabama: one bite...
Luscious Blueberry Lemon Bars
Ever since I got the recipe for luscious Blueberry Lemon Bars by Dana Pollack (Dana's Bakery - Amazon Affiliate Link) from Leite's Culinaria, I've been making them on repeat! We were invited by dear friends Barbara and Steve for a fabulous sushi dinner at their home....
Tasting Arizona Chilled Mango Soup
While proofreading my third eCookbook in the "Tasting America: one bite at a time" series, I realized that this is the perfect time of year for enjoying Tasting Arizona Chilled Mango Soup, from the upcoming book. It's hot. It's Summer. And if you are looking for a...
Easy Alabama Pulled Pork
With summer upon us, I thought it would be the perfect time to share a recipe from my first eCookbook Tasting Alabama: one bite at a time! My recipe for Easy Alabama Pulled Pork is so easy to make and delicious to eat, that I'm sure you will be making it over and...
37th Creole Tomato Festival NOLA
Steve and I were so happy to still be in town for the 37th Creole Tomato Festival NOLA which takes place at the French Market each June. 37th Creole Tomato Festival NOLA New Orleans celebrates everything with a festival. So why not celebrate the exquisite juicy red...
Air Fryer Garlic Ciabatta Bread
Air Fryer Garlic Ciabatta Bread is a thing of beauty! It's so easy to make - and OH SO GOOD!!! When Steve and I were looking for the perfect RV for us to live and travel in full time, we looked for one that did not have an oven. From previous experiences with our...
The Wedge Salad Cajun Style
Still in New Orleans, and feeling the summer heat already, made me want summertime meals. Particularly salad for supper. So the other night I decided to make The Wedge Salad Cajun Style because I adore the flavors of The Big Easy. My recipe was inspired by the one in...