By the Banks of the River - A Savory Mekong Dinner!

Beat the heat with this light tasty Vietnamese Bun Thit Nuong or Grilled Pork with Noodles. Slices of smoky grilled pork flavored with lemongrass, galangal, garlic, shallots and seasoned with fish sauce, honey and black pepper. Serve with thin rice noodles, lettuce, pickled carrots, chopped peanuts and plenty of fresh herbs for a cool refreshing meal on a steamy hot day.

A Spicy Dish For the Sweltering Desert!

Chicken Shawarma - Savory slices of tender grilled chicken marinated in an earthy mix of Middle Eastern spices - cardamom, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, turmeric and garlic along with lemon juice and olive oil. Serve rolled in flatbreads with diced cucumbers, tomatoes, onions and tangy garlic sauce. Let’s eat lunch!

Strawberries and Cream - The Sweetest of Dream!

Heavenly Strawberry Tarts - A light buttery crust filled with a divine mix of fresh strawberries, cream, eggs, sugar and vanilla all baked to a magnificent golden brown. Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar and enjoy this delectable treat anytime.

Spring! The Time For Backyard Barbecue and Nighttime Rendezvous!

Finger licking good Tennessee style BBQ Baby Back Ribs. Juicy ribs rubbed with a heady mixture of Southern spices and homemade bourbon barbecue sauce then slowly grilled to a charred falling off the bone tenderness. Serve with fresh made coleslaw and baked beans. Enjoy!

Jack Frost Is Gone - So Let’s Fry Some Fish and Get It On!

Spring is springing so take a delicious bite out of these herb-crusted halibut fillets stuffed with shrimp and wrapped in Swiss chard. Crispy fried vegetable rice cakes are the perfect accompaniment and don’t forget the wine.

It Ain’t No Lie - This Is the Best Meat Pie!

Try this old country favorite - a golden meat pie. Filled with a scrumptious mix of ground beef, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, garlic and spices all baked inside a golden buttery crust. Try a slice, it will make you nice!

The Down Home Southern Fried Classic!

Dig this Dixieland favorite - Country Fried Steak! Tender cube steaks dipped in a spiced batter and fried to a delicious golden brown. Drizzle with a rich homemade gravy and serve with potatoes and vegetables for a taste of down home Southern hospitality.

With A Sandwich Like This - Life Can Be Bliss!

Here’s another version of the iconic Vietnamese sandwich - Banh Mi Thit Nuong. Tender herb-grilled chunks of pork stuffed into a crusty baguette with lettuce, pickled carrots, cucumber slices and generously drizzled with a special sweet and sour sauce. Lunch is on!

Feeling Tired and Blue? Try This Tiramisu!

The most famous of all Italian desserts - Tiramisu. A decadent layered creation made with finger biscuits, Marsala wine, mascarpone, cream, eggs, sugar and coffee. Eat it slow and enjoy the flow!

‘Languid Lilies of Summer’

11 in x 15 in / 27.9 cm x 38.1 cm - Acrylic and gouache on fine artist paper.

Skip the Train - Make Your Own Lo Mein!

Dig deep into this tasty homemade Shrimp Lo Mein! Fresh Chinese noodles stir-fried with shrimp and vegetables in a flavorful abalone-oyster sauce with rice wine and sesame oil. Fresh at home beats any orders by phone!

One Taste of These Cupcakes and Your Smiles Will Break!

Take a snack break with these moist, delectable cupcakes chock full of berries and topped with fresh whipped cream. The ultimate anytime snacks!

My Oh My - This Chicken Sandwich Is Fly!

You know it’s right, so take a bite! Golden fried chicken breasts covered with lemongrass and spices then stuffed into a fluffy bun generously smeared with sriracha-mayonnaise and topped with lettuce and tomato. Add a cold drink and homemade sweet potato chips and you have a perfect lunch for a sunny Spring day!