Food & Drink
The fresh foods and fine wines available to us in the Napa Valley are unparalleled. Every day, I am reminded how grateful I am to live here. Grocery shopping is one of my favorite adventures. The seasonal produce available to us is so fresh and abundant. Many of us have gardens as well. It doesn’t get more fresh than plucking produce from your own yard.
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Chocolate Fondue
Dig out your fondue pot, this recipe is worth it. What’s more fun than dredging fruits, nuts, cakes & treats in warm chocolate? Maybe sipping a port with it? Create some fond(ue) memories as we get through the quarantine together.
Slow-Cooked Shredded Beef Tacos
This recipe is the trifecta – inexpensive, easy and delicious. It appeals to all ages and allows for a help-yourself set up. Make soft or hard tacos, salads, quesadillas, or add some to scrambled eggs. You are only limited by your imagination.
BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders
Pulled pork is a popular Southern dish that all ages find appealing. This recipe almost registers zero on the cooking difficulty meter, yet it registers ten on the enjoyment meter. I like to serve this when I need a help-yourself option for my gatherings.
Breakfast Smoothie
Having a smoothie in the morning is a quick and easy way to increase your daily intake of fruits and vegetables.
Crab Mornay
This is an easy-to-make dip that will steal the show. The rich and creamy texture of the Bechamel Sauce is a decadent base for the delicate crab meat. The spice of the cayenne mixed with the sweetness of the sherry adds the perfect balance.
Brillat Savarin
Brillat Savarin is my absolute favorite cheese. I tell people that this is what I want to taste before I take my last breath. It’s that good!