Asian Chicken/Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Asian Chicken/Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Lettuce wraps have been around for centuries in Southeast Asia, and more recently became very popular throughout North America.  Wraps make a light meal or use them as part of a small plates meal.

Asparagus Vinaigrette

Asparagus Vinaigrette

Thank goodness asparagus is available all year long, but the first shoots in the spring; February to June seem to us to be the best!

Tequila Shrimp

Tequila Shrimp

Tequila and shrimp just seem to go together, whether as appetizers or part of a main course taco bar.  They are super quick to make.  They still taste really nice if you leave the Tequila out when serving to the kids. 

Hummus

Hummus

Hummus has been around in some form for centuries, a dish primarily consisting of chickpeas and tahini.  The earliest recipe is recorded in cookbooks written in Cairo, in the 13th Century.  It’s delicious and in some countries part of every meal.  

Salmon Pate

Salmon Pate

Salmon and cream cheese has a long history (lox); so, it was only a matter of time before they came together in a pate.  It is one of my go to lunches for 2 or works great as an appetizer.  

Cupcakes and Sauterne

Cupcakes and Sauterne

Sauternes, the famous sweet wine from France.  Harvest takes place when the grapes are almost rotten, “noble rot” a fungus that develops on the grapes creates the high level of sugar that makes Sauternes perfect for sipping.

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc

This is absolutely one of our “go to” New World Sauvignon Blanc wines.  From the sought-after Marlborough region in New Zealand, Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc won the best Sauvignon Blanc in the world – 1990 vintage at the London International Wine and Spirit Competition. 

Guacamole

Guacamole

Guacamole, prior to the 16th Century was made purely from avocado.  It was only a matter of time before the bright flavors in Pico de Gallo appeared with the avocado in Guacamole.

Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo is a traditional dish and staple in Latin homes and restaurants around the world.  It’s eaten alone or as a topping for countless Mexican dishes.  Authentic Pico must have tomatoes, green peppers, onions, cilantro and lime.

Strawberry and Chèvre Salad

Strawberry and Chèvre Salad

We think of this salad every spring in strawberry season!  You want the sweetest strawberries to pair and contrast with the tangy Chevre.