Category Archives: International Dishes

CHEESE, PISTACHIO AND PRUNE CAKE – CAKE AU FROMAGE ET PRUNEAUX

Posted on May 20, 2013 by

We are going on a picnic and I am bringing… This month the Creative Cooking Group’s theme was a picnic.

Posted in Appetizers, Breakfast/Brunch, French, International Dishes, Party Menus, Something Different, Vegetarian | 21 Comments

BLT – BUTTERMILK-TAHINI DRESSING, LAMB + TABBOULEH

Posted on April 11, 2013 by

April’s Creative Cooking Crew’s challenge was to make a sandwich using the letters BLT…not the norm; bacon, lettuce and tomato.  I decided on going Mediterranean and letting my guest build their own. This was a fun challenge and I was able to use … Continue reading →

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BEER BIRD – BEST CHICKEN EVER + COLCANNON – IRISH MASHED POTATOES

Posted on March 27, 2013 by

While I was making the Colcannon, I was watching one of my favorite chefs, Laura Calder (French Cooking at Home) on the Cooking Channel. Her recipe for Beer Bird calls for Cornish Hens. I decided on using the whole leg … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicken, French, International Dishes, Irish, Potatoes, Vegetarian | 13 Comments

Causa Limeña + Steak Tartare

Posted on February 18, 2013 by

This month’s challenge at Creative Cooking Group is nothing more than the ever-loving  meat and potatoes. The Causa is a traditional Peruvian dish made from potatoes which is served cold adding different fillings. I decided on using white, purple and sweet potatoes as I could not … Continue reading →

Posted in Around Town - NYC - Restaurants, International Dishes, Latin Traditional, Meats, Party Menus, Tapas, Uncategorized | Tagged | 28 Comments

COLIFLOR A LA PUTANESCA – Cauliflower Putanesca Style

Posted on May 4, 2012 by

Just returned from Los Angeles and as you read on my previous press release post, fun things will be happening end of May and we are all so excited.

Posted in International Dishes, Italian, Italian Dishes, Pasta, Vegetarian | 23 Comments

A POST AND A RESTAURANT REVIEW- Venezuelan Scrambled Eggs + Sweet Plantains Wrapped in Bacon – Perico Venezolano + Platanos Maduros Envueltos en Tocineta

Posted on March 26, 2012 by
Posted in Breakfast/Brunch, Eggs, International Dishes, Latin Traditional, Vegetarian, Venezuela | 21 Comments

CHICKEN IN VINEGAR – POLLO EN VINAGRE

Posted on January 13, 2012 by

No stories to tell, just that I have a new cooking buddy.  Remember the Salmon en Croute, well I just discovered this recipe from Laura Calder.  I tell you she makes everything look so easy and the end result is your … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Chicken, French, International Dishes, Vinegar | Tagged | 18 Comments

Christmas Dinner for Friends – Salmon en Croute

Posted on December 26, 2011 by

Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas.  I take this time to thank you all for your good wishes for a speedy recovery.  I am on the mend and happy to be back…the heck with the pain…I need to cook and post.  I … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Breakfast/Brunch, French, Holidays, International Dishes, Seafood, Something Different, Uncategorized | 17 Comments

Cabillaud Toulonnais – Cod Toulon Style

Posted on September 23, 2011 by

Tonight we are having a few friends for dinner to celebrate the birthday of my friend, Felicia.  Instead of gifts we often give a dinner party for the birthday person.  It’s a chance to show how much they mean to us.

Posted in French, International Dishes, Seafood, Something Different | 16 Comments

Braised Italian Sweet Sausage with Balsamic – Glazed Onions and Grapes

Posted on July 2, 2011 by

Who knew that grapes and sausages are a classic Italian pairing?

Posted in Breakfast/Brunch, International Dishes, Italian Dishes, Meats | 21 Comments