A little bit of inspiration and flavors from Persian cuisine but with a twist. The cool flavors of the salsa add just the right sweetness to the bitterness of the pomegranate syrup.  This chicken in wonderful for a dinner party, or a weeknight dinner.

The simplicity of cooking seasonal, fresh zucchini is hard to beat.  In the summer, you can grate or thinly slice for salad and they need nothing more.  It’s pure perfection.  I found this recipe in New York Times cooking and adapted it to a version I prefer.  You can do without the seasoning, and just…

Making fish takes a bit of confidence. I say that for no other reason than because many people feel intimidated by it.

Now we have become less formal when it comes eating.  But showing good manners can never be a mistake.  Someone once told me that “manners demonstrate respect for others or the situation you are in.” Many people no longer think manners are that important.  Better not continue reading this if so because my approach on…

Oh my goodness, this tart is full of good flavors, you just may want to eat the whole thing in one sitting. Frangipane sounds fancy but is so easy to make that you’ll wonder why you’ve not made it before.  Traditionally it’s made with almonds, but you can also make with pistachios, pecans or a…