A last little tidbit from our recent trip to Mazatlán, Mexico (though it seems like forever ago now). If you remember back to the post about the Tomato Man, ("Mazatlán Rules"),... Read more >>

Last weekend, I bought something at the farmers’ market that got me so excited I went way over budget and didn’t even wait until I got home to dig into my purchase. What got me so amped up... Read more >>

Would you like to prepare a dish that is going to totally wow your company? Maybe you are looking for a restaurant-quality dish, but one that can be whipped up on a weeknight? Well, then I have the... Read more >>

I am growing tomatoes in my garden and they are fantastic as a salsa. It’s always a hit at my backyard barbeques! Enjoy with chips or spooned over chicken or fish. 4 large ripe tomatoes 1/2... Read more >>

This is excellent with a peppery Pinot Noir, and some great crusty bread! It can also be assembled individually in martini or margarita glasses for a great twist on the Mediterranean theme… Read more >>

This is a unique salad, bittersweet and savory, using cherry tomatoes and green tea leafs -usually discarded after brewing- dressed in vinaigrette made with powdered green Japanese tea, Matcha. ... Read more >>

This Valentine’s Day, share a meal with your loved one that’s rich in tomato sauce—your skin will thank you for it. While it would be difficult for us to imagine Italian cooking... Read more >>

Caprese Heirloom Salad Ingredients: Mixed baby greens Fresh mozzarella pearls (little baby mozzarella balls) Mini heirloom tomatoes Balsamic vinegar Basil-infused olive oil Directions: 1.... Read more >>

My grandmother grew herbs, zucchinis, and eggplants in her garden every year. She served Ratatouille (rat-ah-too-ee), during the late summer and autumn months. With fresh… Read more >>

While making a quick supermarket stop a few weekends ago, my friend Michelle and I had a brief and pleasant encounter with a woman of wisdom. We were walking down the produce aisle when an Ugli fruit... Read more >>