Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Napoleon's Winter Pleasure


As the cold winds blow, this warm winter dessert beckons - Currant shortcakes filled with fresh whipped cream and warmed fresh orange slices sauteed in Grand Marnier.

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Santa, baby...


Raspberry Linzer cookies - Crumbly, delicious cookies rolled in crushed almonds and crowned with homemade raspberry jam. The perfect Christmas treat for Santa.

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Pays de la Loire


From the Loire Valley in Western France, Saumon a la Creme au Muscadet - A heavenly dish of seared salmon fillets in a cream and Muscadet sauce, spiked with fresh herbs.

Monday, December 13, 2010

Under the Tuscan Sun


Stracotto al Peppoli - Hearty Tuscan fare of rolled beef stuffed with pancetta and fresh vegetables, then slowly braised in Peppoli wine.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

Road to Malaysia


Fish Moolie - Tilapia fillets in a tasty coconut curry sauce spiced exotically with lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, shallots and garlic. Served steaming hot over rice.

Monday, December 6, 2010

Desert Princess


Harsh conditions cannot deter this hardy cactus beauty from blooming majestically, rendered here in watercolor. (18" x 24")

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Queen of the Jungle


Regal blossoms of Phalaenopsis orchid captured in watercolor. ( 18" x 24")

Sunday, November 28, 2010

Guilty Pleasure


Light and luscious marbled chocolate liqueur cake - One slice and you're hooked!

Saturday, November 20, 2010

An Apple Dabbler


Moist and crumbly, this apple loaf cake is chock full of apples and spices and crowned with a cinnamon streusel topping. A glorious climax to a heavenly meal.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Penne from Heaven


Baked penne in a tangy Chevre sauce with fried cauliflower drenched in garlic and fresh herbs.

Monday, November 15, 2010

Autumn Glory


A cool weather delight - Chicken Confit - Organic chicken braised in its own juice till the skin turns a crispy gold, then served on a bed of sauteed fresh spinach and mushrooms.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Down in the Bayou


A Cajun specialty straight out of the Bayou, this Creole dish of succulent shrimp simmered in a thick spiced red sauce and served over rice.

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Havana Nights


Cuban style, juicy roast pork in a citrus mojo sauce, served with beans and rice.

Monday, November 1, 2010

Standing Tall


A magnificent Yokohama cockerel captured in watercolor.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Morning Glory


This glorious pearl gray Rosecomb cockerel portrayed faithfully here in watercolor.

Monday, October 25, 2010

From the Hearth of Normandy


Galette de Pommes au Fromage - An apple and goat cheese galette wrapped in a mouthwatering buttery crust.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Far Eastern Fantasia


Dau Nhoi Thit Chien Don - Vietnamese style, delicate pillows of tofu topped with a mix of minced shrimp, pork, mushrooms, lemongrass and spices, then broiled to a golden crispiness. Served hot with steamed vegetables and rice.

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Poisson du Jour


Deliciously baked amberjack in a Provencal sauce, served with garlic sauteed vegetables.

Friday, October 8, 2010

Nirvana


Aloo Gobi - an exotic Northern Indian specialty - cauliflower curry served on a bed of cashew and lemon rice.

Sunday, October 3, 2010

Imperial Pleasure


The Forbidden City has never been so tempting in this Beijing styled chicken roll - chicken breast stuffed with shiitake mushrooms and fresh vegetables, then covered with sesame seeds and baked into golden perfection.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Spanish Treasure


Solomillitos de Cerdo al Vino - Spain's answer to pork cutlets in wine sauce. Delicioso!

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Cool Serenity


A dreamy asymmetrical closure shirt in ivory silk/linen.

Monday, September 20, 2010

Singing the Blues


This classy linen blouse with matte gold embroidery and a pure silk skirt is all you need to travel in town, sunup to sundown.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Covered in Style


At work or at play, you'll look smashing in this silk charmeuse top and buttery soft suede skirt with a black scalloped edge.

Monday, September 13, 2010

High Glamour


Sizzling hot in this stunning rose silk dress with exclusive embroidery design.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

City Splash


A hand-dyed silk jacquard tunic, light as a feather, and cheerful as sunlight, paired with a silk/linen skirt.

Monday, September 6, 2010

Tickled Pink


Turning heads in this gorgeous and sensuous pleated front, silk georgette dress.

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

L'Amour du Temps


At last, the Spring 2011 womenswear collection! Shown here are a few selected styles - Start with an elegant 3/4 sleeve silk/linen jacket, the must-have piece of every woman's wardrobe, shown here with a double revere ivory silk/linen blouse and silk skirt in blush.

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Plum Gorgeous


Seasonal slices of peaches and plums top off these delectable fruit tarts.

Monday, August 23, 2010

Deep in the Heart of Texas


Melt in your mouth Texas style barbecue ribs, served with a summer vegetable potato salad. Yee-haw!

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

One Night in Paris


Crepe de Paris - Delightful crepe baskets filled with fresh blueberries, and sliced peaches sauteed in brandy, then topped with a dollop of homemade whipped cream.

Thursday, August 12, 2010

The Devil's Advocate


Tantalizing El Diablo chocolate walnut cupcakes with vanilla cheesecake filling. Sinfully delicious!

Monday, August 9, 2010

Southeast of Eden


Southeast Asian style grilled steak salad with rice noodles and fresh vegetables. A light and heavenly summer meal.

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Island Charms


Jerk seasoned tenderly grilled chicken breast served regally with a fresh vegetable pasta salad.

Friday, July 30, 2010

Romancing the Stone Fruit


Peach Kuchen - A dream of a cake crowned with peach slices drenched in Cognac. Heaven can wait!

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Sizzling Summer Chops


Juicy, herb-crusted pork chops, pan-fried to a golden perfection and topped with a mango salsa. Summer bliss!

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Home on the Range


Grilled prime porterhouse smothered in a Cognac-mushroom sauce. Steak supreme!

Monday, July 19, 2010

Tropical Breeze


Vietnamese style shrimp salad with fresh pineapple and herbs - a cool and refreshing summertime treat.

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Light My Fire


Chicken Tikka - Broiled cubes of chicken breast, marinated in yogurt, fragrant spices, and served with a cucumber raita.

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Fruit of the Gulf


Spicy succulent Yucatan shrimp on a bed of rice pilaf - a tasty Mexican delight.

Thursday, July 8, 2010

What a Catch!


Crisp and light, pan-fried strips of lemon sole with fresh herbs and a homemade garlic aioli. Delicious!

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Summer's Sweetness


Tasty cupcakes covered in fresh blueberries with a rich cream cheese frosting.

Thursday, July 1, 2010

The Solitary Magnificence of the Inquiring Mind



Ever curious and searching, a gorgeous Plum-headed parakeet precariously perched on a berry branch, rendered in watercolor ( 11" x 14" ).

Monday, June 28, 2010

Living Jewels



Captured in watercolor, the vibrant avian hues of Gouldian Finches, darting among branches like woodland nymphs ( 11" x 14" ).

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

In The Best Taste


The healthy choice - scrumptious pecan-crusted catfish smothered in Rum-Butter sauce.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Bon Appetit


Young chicken breast supreme, thinly rolled and filled with a cornucopia of nature's bounty including spinach, goat cheese, shiitake mushrooms, bell peppers and fresh herbs - a gourmet's delight.

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Star in Your Stripes


Fun...fun...fun... be a star in this delicious mix-stripe washed cotton/linen shirt.

Monday, June 7, 2010

Urban Chic


Expect the unexpected in this hip cotton denim jacket with multi-striped linen trim.

Thursday, June 3, 2010

Summer Breeze


Hip details in a modern linen/cotton shirt, shown with navy blue linen/cotton trousers.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Cosmopolitan Blue


Summer's darling - a cool blue shirt in washed Irish linen.