RIP Michael Chiarello 1962-2023
I was deeply saddened to learn that California chef Michael Chiarello had passed. RIP Michael Chiarello 1962-2023. Michael Chiarello According to Wikipedia: "Michael Chiarello was an American celebrity chef who was known for Italian-influenced California cuisine. He...
Jimmy’s Milan Salad
I originally published this on July 8, 2009, only about 8 months into my career as a food blogger. Because this post about Jimmy's Milan Salad has consistently been one of my all time most read posts, I decided to republish it with some very improved photos. Years ago...
Baked Broccoli Cheese Casserole
What do you do when you discover two heads of broccoli lurking in the back of your fridge? Well you make a Baked Broccoli Cheese Casserole of course! The other evening I was seasoning a couple of pork tenderloins for Steve to grill on his new Jumbo Joe Weber charcoal...
Stresa Italian Restaurant WPB FL
Stresa Italian Restaurant WPB FL has been one of our favorite spots to dine since they first opened in 1996. Stresa Italian Restaurant WPB FL There was always something special about this Red Sauce Italian ristorante. There was an easy elegance and warm service, in...
Art of Chinese Cuisine: Understanding the Basics
I want to demystify the art of Chinese cuisine by giving you an understanding of the basics. Chinese cuisine is an umbrella term, encompassing an expansive variety of different regional styles, aesthetics, and tastes. It is a nuanced palette of tastes, filled with...
12 Ways to Support Local Restaurants
Originally published on June 22, 2020. Updated on September 28, 2023. As the hospitality industry navigates the current coronavirus crisis, there are still a few ways you can support local restaurants that doesn’t require being physically present. Here are 12 Ways to...
3 Years RVing Year 3 Recap
This is the final installment of my 3 Years RVing photo album, Year 3 Recap. I hope you have enjoyed traveling with us through our first three years on the road as much as we've enjoyed our incredible journey so far! If the good Lord allows us, we will continue...
3 Years RVing Year 2 Recap
I hope you enjoyed seeing my photo album from our first year on the road. Without further ado, I bring you: 3 Years RVing Year 2 Recap! Be sure to click the links for the stories behind the photos. 3 Years RVing Year 2 Recap
3 Years RVing Year 1 Recap
Since we have been RVing full time for a little over three years now, I thought you would enjoy this recap in photos. We have taken thousands of amazing photos, therefore I am breaking up my photo journal into three parts beginning with this one: 3 Years RVing, Year 1...
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...
