Spago at the Bellagio, Las Vegas
Spago has a front row seat at the Bellagio Hotel overlooking the Bellagio Fountains. Sometimes we have been lucky enough to sit outside, listen to the Fountain music and feel the mist; and other times not so lucky!
Life is an incredible adventure
Fish and Shellfish
Roasted Halibut with Meyer Lemons, Yogurt Sauce and Gremolata
Meyer Lemon season is between December and May, so grab a bag when you see them. The halibut most likely will be frozen that time of year, buy it from a reputable fish store and it will still taste delicious.
Crab and Artichoke Dip
Scoops of rich tomato sauce and creamy cream cheese with crab and marinated artichokes elevate this dip to company standards. Easy to make and very, very good.
Brown Butter Halibut
Brown butter Halibut is as decadent as it sounds. Searing the halibut before a quick stop in the oven makes a rich main to rest on top of Black (Beluga) Lentils and alongside Roasted Radishes.
Moroccan Fish
Ras el Hanout is a spice mix found in Tunisian and Moroccan cooking. Consisting of over a dozen spices, each family or shop will have their own “best” blend. Halibut is nestled into this fragrant dish near the end of cooking time and makes for …
Crab Melts
This retro appetizer is a fun throwback to the 70’s! It’s versatile enough that you can amp up the spices or not……….add more veggies……….or not, change up the cheese……….or not. Crab Melts, AKA: Crabbie’s, Crab Bites or Crab Canape’s are a South Carolina Lowcountry staple; …
Harissa Sheet Pan Salmon
It is true Sheet Pan meals are some of the easiest to make and this is no exception. Harissa adds a little heat complimented with orange zest and orange juice. The orange flavour really comes out, and blends perfectly with the Harissa, without overpowering the …
Brown Butter Scallops with Romesco Sauce
Brown Butter Scallops on top of Romesco Sauce is purely elegant dining, and so very easy. Romesco is not intended to be fiery hot, but add more pepper flakes or cayenne if you prefer, but be mindful of the delicate and sweet scallops.
Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
Cooking or grilling on one sheet pan simplifies even some of the tastiest meals and makes for a quick meal any night of the week.