From the Taj Mahal with Garam Masala - These Prawns are WOWZA!

Savor deeply the intense spicy flavor of a bowl of Indian Kadai Prawns. A fiery flavored curry of prawns cooked with tomatoes, onions and hot peppers all drenched in a fragrant spicy mix of garam masala, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, garlic and don't forget the turmeric! Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve hot over rice.

Chicken in the Tropics!

Gai Yang - Thai style chicken breasts marinated in an earthy mix of garlic, shallots, coriander roots and seasoned with black pepper and fish sauce. Grilled to a tender succulence and served here with rice, cucumber slices and spicy dipping sauce for a tasty tropical meal.

First Saigon and then the World - This Sandwich has Conquered All!

The best sandwich on this earth - Vietnamese Banh Mi Thit Nuong. A fresh crusty baguette slathered with a rich homemade mayonnaise and filled with a mouth-watering cornucopia of grilled pork tenderloin and pork patties, pickled vegetables, scallions, cilantro, chili pepper slices and finally drizzled with a few dashes of special sauce all ready to eat. A bite of this is a ticket to bliss!

Grandma's Frittata - We All Ate It a Lotta!

Chow down on this favorite from Granny's kitchen - Frittata di Salciccia! An open face Italian omelet made with eggs, sausages, sweet bell peppers, Parmesan cheese, onions, garlic and a splash of panna da cucina cream. Bake to a golden brown then cut into wedges and serve with some wine and a salad - Memories are made of this!

An American Pie with a Taste of Mumbai!

Get ready to rock with this new and exotic version of the classic American Potpie. Ground beef and fresh vegetables cooked in a rich coconut milk and curry sauce all topped with a light buttery crust and baked to a golden brown. Ready to eat anytime, hot or cold with a green salad and a drink.

'Three Flowering Orchids'

                  11 in x 15 in - Watercolor on fine artist paper

'Striped Lily'

                 Watercolor on fine artist paper - 11 in x 15 in

Relax and Drift Awhile - And Have a Cup of Tea!

It's late afternoon and your eye lids are getting heavy - Take a break, heat the pot and grab a chair - a fresh cup of tea always clears the air! Enjoy the view with some hot tea and these delicious homemade slices of light, fluffy sponge cake filled with fresh berries and cream. A serendipitous Springtime moment to be slowly enjoyed!

Down Home on the Louisiana Bayou

Try this Louisiana Shrimp Gumbo - A hearty stew made of shrimp, andouille sausages, sweet bell peppers, celery, onions and garlic in a thick spicy shrimp broth flavored with paprika, bay leaves and thyme. Delicious served warm over rice on a chilly Spring day.