Set Your Taste Buds Aquiver with this Stew from the River - Old Man River!

Dive into a bowl of this super tasty Summer Seafood Stew. A delicious mix of shrimp, mussels and chorizo sausages juiced up with onions, garlic and spices all cooked in a white wine and fresh tomato broth. Mop it all up with a chunk of crusty bread and you've got the perfect Summer dish - not too heavy and not too light, this gets it just right!

Summer's Bustin' Out All Over!

Nothing says Summertime better than this Southwestern style grilled pork chops. Tender chops covered with a spicy mix of cumin, chili powder, oregano, garlic, salt and black pepper then grilled to a juicy perfection. Delicious served with grilled vegetables for a meal that will satisfy anyone.

Vietnamese Crepes with a Saigon Taste!

Enjoy the crunchy bites of this fresh made Vietnamese specialty - Banh Xeo. Crepes made of thin rice flour and turmeric and filled to the brim with a tasty assortment of prawns, bean sprouts, onion slices and mung beans all pan-fried to a tasty crispiness. Break off a piece and then pile on fresh herbs, wrap it in lettuce leaves and dip deeply into a bowl of nuoc cham sauce then slowly relax and enjoy this incredible mix of fantastic flavors. A world class classic!

'Royal Orchid'

                  Watercolor on fine artist paper - 11 in x 15 in

Cake for the Wait!

Take the time to enjoy a slice of this luscious German Black Forest Cake - Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte. A delectable kirsch soaked chocolate sponge cake with a sweet cherry filling and covered in a dreamy light frosting. A star on your plate and heaven in your mouth!

Heaven from the Oven is a Pizza with some Lovin'!

Dig into a slice of this fresh baked American favorite - Pepperoni Pizza. A fluffy crust topped with a spicy homemade tomato sauce, mozzarella and Romano cheeses and crowned with loads of pepperoni slices all baked to a melting perfection. Mamma Mia! Mangia! Mangia!

Splishin' and Splashin' - These Grilled Catfish are Smashin'!

Eat this! Delicious Cajun Blackened Catfish! Tender flaky grilled fish fillets covered with a multitude of Cajun spices including oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic and salt. Sprinkled with fresh lemon juice and served with grilled vegetables and a cold drink. Ah- Summertime and the living is easy!

Its Not from the Burg and It Ain't got No Ham but these Grilled Hamburgers Will Kick Out Your Jams!

Sink your teeth deep into this classic American Hamburger. Pure beef patties mixed with onions, garlic, sweet bell peppers, salt and black pepper and grilled to a juicy perfection. Wrapped up in a sesame seed bun with all the usual trimmings, then throw in a few crispy homemade sweet potato chips and something cold to drink and you've got the recipe for a beautiful day. Chow down everyone!

Treat from the East - Malaysian Street Eats!

Summer is the perfect time to nosh on this classic Malaysian street snack - Beef Satay. Tender grilled cubes of beef tenderloin marinated in a fiery mix of coriander, lemongrass, chili powder, turmeric, garlic, shallots, salt and skewered on a stick. Dip it all into a rich creamy tamarind-peanut sauce and savor the flavor. A fantasia in Malaysia!