Holiday Cheers!

Let the Season's Celebrations continue with this delicious Pineapple-Rum Gateau. Fresh pineapple and raisins abound in this delectable rum soaked Holiday cake. Savor your just desserts!

Waiting for Santa ...

Which one will Santa choose? A thin, lacy Almond Cookie or a buttery Pecan Cookie topped with homemade raspberry jam. A delicious dilemma!

"Tis the Season ..."

Curl up by the Christmas tree with hot apple cider and a slice of this creamy New York Style Strawberry Cheesecake made with the finest ingredients and chock full of fresh strawberries.

Eat, Drink and be Merry

Celebrate the holiday season with this tender roasted pork loin stuffed with a savory mix of spinach, shiitake mushrooms, Parmesan cheese and herbs. Happy Holidays!

Bayou Bounty

New Orleans Stuffed Flounder - Fresh caught flounder fillets stuffed with crabmeat, fennel, onions, garlic and thyme then rolled and baked to a succulent tenderness. The best of the Bayou!

Savory Sicilian Specialty!

Try a slice of this freshly baked Sicilian Meat Bread. Chunks of salame sardo, prosciutto ham, along with Gorgonzola and Fontina cheese all mixed in a yeasty loaf and baked to a crusty perfection. A savory taste of the Old Country!

Purple Passion

           Hibiscus 'Mystic' - 16 in x 20 in - Acrylic on canvas

In Full Bloom

           'Double Snowdrops' - 16 in x 20 in - Acrylic on canvas

Thanksgiving with Divine Key Lime

Chase down the turkey with this luscious Key Lime Cheesecake Pie. A feather light crust filled with a dreamy mix of cream cheese, eggs, sugar and lime zest all baked to a perfect golden brown. Top it off with homemade candied lime slices then serve. A glorious finale to the Holiday Feast!

Baby It's Cold Outside!

Bun Thang Hanoi or Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup! Rice vermicelli swimming in a homemade chicken broth chock full of fragrant herbs and spices then topped off with shredded chicken, omelet strips, crispy fried shallots and a sprinkling of fresh mint leaves. Cold weather comfort.

Sunday Brunch Specialty

Savory Fontina Herb Charlotte - Whole wheat bread filled with a tasty mix of ground pork, veal, wild mushrooms, herbs, Parmesan and Fontina cheese all baked to a luscious golden brown. Memories are made of this!

Heaven on Earth

Irresistible Carrot Cake Supreme. A scrumptious little slice of heaven bursting with plump raisins, fresh grated carrots, cinnamon, spices and a surprise cheesecake filling all covered with a rich maple-flavored cream cheese frosting. It doesn't get any better than this!

Catch of the Day!

Fresh off the boat = enjoy this tasty dish of wild salmon fillets glazed with a maple-bourbon sauce and baked to a succulent tenderness. Served here on a bed of colorful braised vegetables and you have the perfect meal - beautiful to look at and even better to eat!

Bowled Over!

There's instant delight in a bowl of this tasty Lamb Curry made with lamb patties, potatoes and fresh vegetables all in a fragrant curry-coconut milk sauce. Serve with fresh bread to absorb the delicious creamy sauce.

Festive Fall Foods

Chicken breast fillets wrapped in bacon and pan-fried to a tasty perfection. Serve with roasted potatoes for the perfect Autumn meal.

La Bella Cucina

Spaghetti Tetrazzini - Spaghetti with chunks of turkey breast and roasted bell peppers drenched in a Parmesan cream sauce. Topped with another layer of Parmesan cheese and baked to a golden brown. Serve with a simple green salad for a classic Italian meal.

Famous Asian Sweet Treat

Banh Chuoi Nuong - The always popular Vietnamese-style banana cake - Fresh bananas, butter, eggs, condensed milk and palm sugar all baked to a luscious moist perfection. Deliciously addictive!

"Quiche Fantastique!"

French Country Quiche - Country ham, sweet bell peppers, cream, eggs with onions and Gruyere cheese all baked in a buttery golden brown crust. C'est magnifique!

The Season's Harvest

Fresh Baked Dutch Apple Pie - A light buttery crust filled with freshly picked apples, plump raisins, sugar and spices all baked to a scrumptious golden brown. Serve warm or cold with a dollop of fresh whipped cream for Autumn's favorite treat!

China Spice

Sichuan Pork Stir-Fry - Tasty slices of pork tenderloin stir-fried with fresh vegetables in a savory mix of garlic, ginger, soy sauce and Shao Xing rice wine then served over a bed of steaming rice. The Emperor's delight!

Taste of the Caribbean

Succulently grilled chicken pieces rubbed with a savory mixture of allspice, cloves, garlic and thyme. Serve with fresh pigeon peas and rice for a simple meal packed with a flavorful punch!

Pasta Perfecto!

Roasted Pepper Lasagna - A luscious variation of traditional lasagna drenched throughout in a béchamel sauce between layers of pasta, Italian sausage, roasted bell peppers and mozzarella cheese. Molto Bene!

Tantalizing Turnovers!

Delectable Veal Curry Turnovers. A savory filling of ground veal, curry and spices wrapped in a light flaky crust and baked to a golden crispiness . Savor the flavor!

Afternoons on the Mekong Delta

Enjoy the lazy sunny afternoon with this delicious deconstructed Vietnamese Banh Mi Thit Nguoi. A crusty baguette served with slices of fresh baked ham, homemade aioli and assorted vegetables. Spice it up with some tasty chili sauce and dig in!

"I'm Walking on Sunshine..."

in this chic combo of a cheery silk-linen top with cap sleeves and textured silk skirt.

Blue Magic

Splash into Spring in this beautiful ensemble of a silk-cotton blouse and soft draped silk crepe skirt.

Best Dressed

"Walk this way..." in this beautifully draped Spring lilac silk dress with a tucked front bodice and sheer neck inserts.

Cool, Calm and Collected

A supremely confident, chic ensemble of a sleek tailored silk jacket and silk-cotton skirt.

Garden Blooms

Miniature wild flowers embroidered all over are the motif for this chic linen top with roll-up sleeves. Add a textured silk skirt and you have a perfect Spring outfit for a stroll about town.

Spring is in the Air

As light as feather, this cool silk shirt and textured linen pencil skirt together make up this gorgeous Spring ensemble.

An Early Spring Bloom

A bright sunny dress in silk and linen - the first of the Spring/Summer 2014 Collection.

Summer's Desserts

Treat yourself to a slice of this moist Berry Crumble Cake filled with a mix of fresh berries and plump raisins then crowned with a streusel crumb topping. A Summer delight!

Malaysian Street Food Favorite

Chicken Satay - Tender grilled chicken breast marinated in a spicy mix of coriander, cumin, lemongrass, garlic and shallots. Served with a savory sauce of tamarind, peanuts and coconut milk. This tasty treat is Malaysia's most popular. Try some and you'll know why.

Vietnamese Street Food Specialty

Bun Bi Bo - Rice noodles with cucumber, jicama and topped with stir-fried beef flavored with lemongrass and garlic. Served here with fried shallots, chopped peanuts, fresh herbs and a tasty bean sauce. A deliciously refreshing dish for a steamy Summer day.

A Taste of the Mediterranean

Succulently grilled Shrimp Souvlakia with chopped mint, lemon zest, garlic and olive oil dip into tomato-fennel-ouzo sauce and enjoy.

The French Connection

Jambon et Fromage Quiche - Smoked ham, onions, cream, eggs with Gruyere cheese and spices baked in a flaky golden brown crust. Ooh la la!

Spanish Delight

Empanada de Carne - A light, flaky pastry filled with a savory mix of beef and spices then baked to a golden crispiness. Delicioso!

Tasty Texas Star

Lone Star Pit Beef Sandwich - Spiced flank steak grilled to a juicy tenderness, thinly sliced with sauteed onions and smothered in horseradish mayonnaise all on a crusty roll. Ride'em Cowboy!

From the Pacific Paradise

Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken - Tender chicken breasts marinated in an earthy mix of soy sauce, pineapple juice, ketchup, garlic and ginger then grilled to a succulent golden brown. Served here with Hawaiian-style macaroni salad for a heavenly tropical meal.

Sicilian Favorite

Parmigiana di Melanzane - Fried eggplant slices covered with mozzarella di bufala and homemade tomato sauce then baked to a tender perfection. Mangia! Mangia!

Summer Treats

Strawberry-N-Cream Fairy Cakes - Moist, delectable little cakes chock full of fresh strawberries and filled with fresh whipped cream. A midsummer night's dream!

Summer Dreams

All-American Blueberry Pie - A light buttery crust filled to the brim with a luscious mix of fresh blueberries, butter and sugar then baked to a flaky golden brown. An American classic delight!

On A Slow Boat From China ...

Chinese-style pork spare ribs marinated in a mix of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, Shao Xing rice wine, garlic and ginger. Roasted to a tender succulence and served here with vegetable fried rice.

Taste of the Bayou

Catfish fillets encrusted with cornmeal and spices then fried to a golden crispiness. Served with homemade tartar sauce and fried potatoes for a taste of the South.

English Farmhouse Favorite

Sussex Flan - A thin flaky crust filled with a savory mix of shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, cheddar cheese, cream, eggs and seasoning then baked to a crisp golden brown. Delicious served warm or cold anytime.

The Dog Days of Summer

Vietnamese Bun Tom Nuong - Succulent grilled prawns flavored with chili, lemongrass, galangal and garlic. Best served with rice vermicelli and fresh herbs for a cool refreshing meal on a sizzling hot Summer day.

From the Normandie Countryside

Pate de Campagne a l'Armagnac - Earthy baked French country pate made with pork, liver, garlic, juniper berries and flavored with Armagnac. Perfect spread on baguette slices with cornichons and onions for a tasty Summer treat.

Home on the Texas Range

Howdy Pardner! Cowboy-style barbecue beef brisket slowly braised in a tasty mix of beer, tangy barbecue sauce and spices then thinly sliced and served with home-fries. A tantalizing taste of Texas.

A Walk in the Woods

While away a Sunday afternoon in the country walking along a secluded babbling brook , captured here in gouache on fine artist paper (11in x 15in).

Lazing on a Sunny Afternoon

The carefree beauty of a lazy afternoon stroll in an enchanted garden... Heaven on earth! Gouache on fine artist paper (11in x 15in).