Korean Beef Barbecue (Bulgogi)

Korean Beef Barbecue (Bulgogi)

This Korean Beef Barbecue is absolutely make again and again delicious. Simply put, it is seasoned beef and most often grilled, either on skewers or not; served with a side of rice and vegetables. For a light appetizer, place some beef and rice in a 

Greek Style Meatballs

Greek Style Meatballs

The Greek flavors of lemon and oregano shine in these meatballs that almost always go with some of the other Greek staples; Hummus, Tzatziki, Greek Salad or olive oil tossed tomatoes.

Moules Mariniere and Cream

Moules Mariniere and Cream

This very quintessential French dish of mussels, wine and cream is perfect served with crusty grilled banquette. Serves 2 as an entrée and 4 as an appetizer!  France claims the wine and cream version, Belgium serves Moules Frites (with French Fries), Spain serves mussels in Paella, 

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.