Like I mentioned in my last post, I’m hosting Christmas Eve this year and I’m full of exciting ideas for a killer appetizer/cocktail menu. I shared the amazing recipe for Union Square Cafe’s Bar Nuts earlier this week, (that is a must for any holiday spread,) and this fresh and tangy cocktail is next on…
Union Square Cafe’s Bar Nuts
When I moved to New York City in 2006 I got my first job waiting tables at a wonderful restaurant called Tabla. It was great for me in so many ways. I met new friends, and had the opportunity to work for a really wonderful company called Union Square Hospitality Group. They owned several restaurants…
Scalloped Hasselbeck Sweet Potatoes
Its quite possible you have all your Thanksgiving menus set in stone, but in case you don’t, I’m trying to squeeze a couple more in! This one cannot be missed because it’s just too good. Now, I have to admit that normally I’m not a huge sweet potato fan. I like my savory things to…
Creamy Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Why in the world have I waited so long to start cooking with pumpkin? No obviously I’ve baked with pumpkin, but until now- savory pumpkin recipes were nothing but a figment of my imagination. But they are here and now I can’t get enough. The mild nutty flavor that lends itself so well to spices, sugar…
Foccacia with Rosemary, Parmesan and Sea Salt
Last week when my sweet mother-in-law was visiting, I expressed my wish to get back into the kitchen while I had an extra set of hands around to hold the baby if need be. The problem though was that after 3 weeks of nothing but baby love, I didn’t really have any ideas or inspiration….
White Bean Lemon Rosemary Dip
It’s Super Bowl week and my mind is on fun party foods. Today is a healthy one that is so easy and delicious it makes an appearance and pretty much every football or other fun gathering I host. Have you ever made a dip with white beans? It’s way creamier than hummus in my opinion,…
