Forget the Whoppers — make it grilled homemade burgers!

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy this classic American hamburger. Pure beef patties mixed with onions, garlic, salt and pepper and grilled to a juicy perfection. Wrapped up in a toasted bun with all the usual trimmings and you have the ultimate American comfort food. Ahhh — Summertime and the living is tasty!

A quickly made dish that tastes so delish!

Juicy pork cutlets battered in flour, eggs and covered with fluffy panko breadcrumbs then fried to a crispy golden brown. Served with vegetable fried rice and a cool drink for a simple meal packed with a flavorful punch!

Everybody kickin’ for that down home stuffed chicken!

Summer is almost here, so take the time to savor these luscious stuffed chicken breasts — golden baked and filled with a tasty mix of creamy goat cheese, wild mushrooms and herbs. Round out the meal with roasted potatoes, vegetables, a fresh garden salad and don’t forget the wine. A chicken that’s for lickin’!

A meal that delivers, by the steamy Mekong river!

For the perfect end to a late Spring afternoon try this simple but tasty dish of Vietnamese stir-fried noodles or Mien Xao Tom. Chewy, delicate mung bean noodles rapidly stir-fried with shrimp, shredded pork, carrots, oyster mushrooms and shallots and drenched in a tangy mango-tamarind sauce. Relax and enjoy!

'Gardens of Giverny — No.8'

Acrylic and watercolor on cotton canvas — 16 in x 20 in / 40.6 cm x 50.8 cm

'Gardens of Giverny II'

       10 in x 20 in / 25.4 cm x 50.8 cm — Acrylic on cotton canvas

'Gardens of Giverny I'

       Acrylic on cotton canvas — 10 in x 20 in / 25.4 cm x 50.8 cm

Forget all the rest, these pork chops are the best!

Nothing can beat the deep smoky flavor of grilled pork chops encrusted in spices and served with sides of three-cheese baked potatoes, fresh salad and vegetables. Summer is almost here so grab the wine or have a beer!

Turn up the heat with these Spring party treats!

Come one come all to the casual Spring party loaded with delectable homemade treats. Celebrate the season while it lasts with food, drinks and laughter among friends. Let’s party!