Man! This Dish is Nice With That Sticky Rice!

A Vietnamese country beauty - Xoi Ga Lap Xuong. Golden sticky and crusty shards of glutinous rice topped with slices of fried Asian sausage and shredded chicken stir-fried with shallots and shiitake mushrooms. Sprinkle with sauteed scallions then dip in a tasty honey-sriracha-soy sauce for an enchanting Vietnamese country meal.

'At the End of the Garden Path'

                  Watercolor on fine artist paper - 11 in x 15 in

On A Night Cold and Blue, Only A Juicy Roast Will Do!

Turn the lights down low and the fire up higher and dig into this totally tantalizing roast loin of pork with spicy wild mushroom stuffing and served with roast new potatoes and fresh steamed vegetables. Pour out the wine and this evening will be fine.

Steamed Dumplings From Scratch - The Taste is Unmatched!

Take the time to savor these Chinese Steamed Dumplings. Juicy dumplings filled with a tasty mix of ground pork, crab meat, mushrooms and garlic chives all seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil and rice wine. Drizzle with a ginger-soy dipping sauce and serve warm with steamed vegetables.

Stir It Up and Spice It Down - Creole Stew From the Bayou Town!

Turn up the heat with a bowl of this hearty Creole Stew. Succulent shrimp and fresh vegetables simmered in a spicy tomato-shrimp broth with garlic and Creole seasonings. Sprinkle with chopped scallions and serve hot over rice. Forget the Super Bowl - take the Stew Bowl.

Fresh From the Rolling Hills of Tuscany!

Take a snack break with this savory Tuscan Polenta Bread. A moist chewy bread made with cornmeal, cream, eggs, crispy fried pancetta, sun-dried tomatoes, fontina cheese and flavored with rosemary. Baked to a golden brown and ready to eat anytime. Mangia!

From the Ocean to Your Table!

Fresh caught wild salmon fillets encrusted with herbs and spices and roasted to a crisp flaky tenderness. Delicious served with rice pilaf and steamed vegetables for a perfect Autumn meal.

This Scottish Dish is Timeless from Glasgow to Loch Ness!

Dig deep into this hearty Scottish classic dish - the timeless Shepherd's Pie. Tender chunks of beef and fresh vegetables in a rich beef gravy infused with garlic and thyme and crowned with mashed potatoes mixed with cheese and bread crumbs. Baked to a golden brown and ready to eat straight from the oven. The Scottish way to warm your day!

Bonne Maman's Specialite du Jour!

Savor this delectable rustic French Tart - A flaky buttery crust filled with a mouthwatering mix of crispy bacon, Comte cheese, cream, eggs, bell peppers and shallots all baked to a scrumptious golden brown. C'est delicieux!

Spring, Summer or Fall, These Rolls Do It All!

Bun Nem Ran Hanoi - These Northern Vietnamese classics are heaven on earth. Crispy fried Spring Rolls filled with a luscious mix of ground pork, crabmeat, prawns, shiitake mushrooms, shallots and a cornucopia of savory spices. Serve with rice vermicelli, lettuce, fresh herbs and a healthy helping of nuoc cham sauce. Both fish and meat, these rolls are neat!