Thursday, July 30, 2020
The cod fish are Jumpin’ and the taste is somethin’!
Fresh out of the frying pan — cod fillets dipped in spicy batter and fried to a golden brown. Served with homemade potato fries, fresh tartar sauce and a squeeze of lemon juice for the perfect casual lunch.
Saturday, June 27, 2020
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Beat the heat with these Summer treats!
Nothing could be better than nibble on these cool chicken salad sandwiches and assorted sweet treats on a hot Summer afternoon — so, pour the wine and enjoy the feast!
Monday, June 22, 2020
Straight from the country with this pork chop so tasty!
Juicy herb-crusted pork chops pan fried to a golden crispness and served with vegetable fried rice, a green salad and a glass of wine. A tasty country meal for you to enjoy!
Thursday, June 18, 2020
At last, Summer is here and these scones will cheer!
When you want a little excitement in your life, these Orange-Chocolate Scones come to mind. Tender and slightly sweet scones full of chocolate chips, chopped nuts and flavored with orange zest. Goes great with your morning coffee or afternoon tea!
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Tasty treats from Hanoi’s streets!
One of many North Vietnamese tasty street snacks — Shrimp and Sweet Potato Fritters or Banh Tom. Golden fried fritters made with shrimp, shredded sweet potatoes, onions and savory spices. Wrap each fritter in a lettuce leaf, dip generously into the sweet-sour sauce and enjoy the flavor.
Saturday, June 13, 2020
Thursday, June 11, 2020
One bite at a time, this breakfast is mighty fine!
Greet the new day with a hearty breakfast! Baked eggs with sausage, crispy toast, fresh fruit, coffee and juice. Enjoy!
Monday, June 8, 2020
With a mix of pork and spice, man, these buns are nice!
One bite of this Vietnamese Pork Bun and you’re hooked! Fluffy baked buns filled with a savory mix of seasoned ground pork, sweet peppers, shiitake mushrooms and topped with fried shallots. Beautiful buns to fill you up and make you smile.
Friday, June 5, 2020
Everybody kickin’ for that tequila chicken!
Eat this for dinner — Southwestern style Tequila Chicken! Fresh chicken pieces marinated in a tangy mix of tequila, citrus juice, chili powder, garlic, cilantro, salt and pepper then baked to a juicy perfection. Serve with vegetable pasta and a nice cool drink for the ultimate simple and tasty meal.
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Blackberries and cream — the sweetest of dreams!
It’s time to sink your teeth into this luxe, moist Blackberry-Sour Cream Loaf. Chock full of fresh blackberries along with flour, sugar, butter, eggs, sour cream, topped with almond slices and baked to a golden brown. Oh what a treat!
Monday, June 1, 2020
With chocolate cakes like these — your life will be a breeze!
In the mood for chocolate? You’ve come to the right place! Sublime mini chocolate cakes drenched in rum, filled with chopped pineapple, raisins and crowned with a dreamy light frosting and toasted pecans. A star on your plate and heaven in your mouth!
Friday, May 29, 2020
Sit down, fill your glasses and chow down!
Savor the flavor of this Vietnamese working man’s lunch — Com Tam Ba Xuyen. Fragrant jasmine rice topped with sautéed scallions and accompanied with slices of pork and eggs braised in coconut milk, fried sausages, pickled vegetables and sweet-sour dipping sauce. Lunch is definitely on!
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
This cheesecake delight can make the world just right!
Feeling blue? Then treat yourself to a generous slice of this New York style cheesecake. A scrumptious baked creation consisting of cream cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla and sour cream all cradled in a buttery cookie crust and crowned with fresh berries. One slice and heaven can wait!
Monday, May 25, 2020
Straight from the oven — baked with lovin’!
Three-Cheese Garlic Bread anyone? Mozzarella, Provolone and goat cheeses all stuffed into a loaf of bread generously slathered with garlic butter, sprinkled with fried onions and baked to a golden brown. A bite of this is a ticket to bliss!
Saturday, May 23, 2020
Please take a seat — this breakfast can’t be beat!
Rise and shine to a hearty breakfast of baked eggs with country ham, Cheddar cheese, sweet peppers, onions and served with golden toast, fresh coffee and juice — all awaiting your dining pleasure. A beautiful new day has begun!
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Before you die, these BBQ ribs you gotta try!
Enjoy Memorial Day feast with these Memphis-style BBQ Ribs. Juicy baby back ribs rubbed with a heady mixture of Southern spices and bourbon barbecue sauce and then slowly grilled to a charred falling off the bone tenderness. Serve with homemade potato salad and some leafy greens. Summer will be here soon enough!
Sunday, May 17, 2020
These breakfast treats start the day so sweet!
Tired of bacon and eggs for breakfast? Try these irresistible fresh baked cheese Danishes filled with a multitude of delights including goat cheese, berry jam, fruits and toasted nuts. Enjoy with a cup of coffee for a tasty start to the day.
Thursday, May 14, 2020
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Fresh from the oven — all filled with stuffin’!
Take a snack break with these hot and spicy Jamaican Beef Patties. A savory mix of ground beef, chopped onions, hot peppers and spices all encased in a flaky crust and baked to a crispy golden brown. One is never enough ...!
Sunday, May 10, 2020
Spring is here and dinner is near!
Tender succulent roast pork loin stuffed with spinach, sweet peppers, Fontina and Parmesan cheeses all accompanied with baked sweet potatoes and a fresh green garden salad. Toast everyone’s health and welcome the coming season!
Thursday, May 7, 2020
Bring on the spice — these Spring Rolls are nice!
A classic dish from North Vietnam — Bun Nem Ran or Spring Roll Noodle Salad. Crispy fried little square parcels filled with a luscious mix of ground pork, crab meat, shiitake mushrooms, shallots and savory spices. Serve with rice vermicelli, lettuce, pickled carrots, roasted peanuts and a helping of sweet-spicy sauce for a cool refreshing meal on a lazy afternoon.
Monday, May 4, 2020
One taste of this heavenly cake and your smiles will break!
Tired and grumpy? Then it’s time to treat yourself to a slice of this sweet Apple-Carrot cake. A moist, baked confection filled with grated apples and carrots, plump raisins, toasted walnuts and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Enjoy!
Friday, May 1, 2020
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
A simple start for a meal straight from the heart!
Enjoy the lazy Spring afternoon with this delicious dish of linguine tossed with shrimp and kale in a white wine-garlic-butter sauce. Serve with a green salad and don’t forget the wine!
Sunday, April 26, 2020
Sit down, relax and have a snack!
Big, bold and beautiful Almond-Chocolate cookies chock full of chocolate chunks, chopped almonds and a hint of vanilla. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea and dream happy dreams!
Friday, April 24, 2020
All the best stuffings are in these muffins!
Nothing could be finer than a quick bite of these scrumptious Ham and Cheese muffins. Moist and tender mini muffins filled with smoked ham, broccoli and Cheddar cheese are the perfect snack for those between hunger pangs.
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Pizza from scratch — the taste is unmatched!
Chomp down into these tasty fresh baked thin crust pizzas with various toppings. Choose from prosciutto with caramelized onion and Parmesan or the pepperoni and mozzarella with tomato sauce or even the sun-dried tomato with garlic and rosemary. Grab a beer or glass of wine and try them all!
Monday, April 20, 2020
Forget the fish — I want meatloaf on my dish!
Dive into this! Bacon meatloaf made with a hearty mix of beef, veal and pork along with chopped bacon, onions, garlic and thyme. Slow baked to perfection and served with herb-baked potato stacks, a green salad and a glass of wine. Satisfaction guaranteed!
Friday, April 17, 2020
Street food to savor with a Saigon flavor!
Take a ride on the healthy side with a bowl of this tasty Vietnamese Tamarind Beef Salad or Bun Bo Xao Me. Tender slices of beef and onions sautéed in a tangy tamarind sauce then tossed with thin rice noodles, lettuce, pickled vegetables, roasted peanuts and in a final note, drizzled with a sweet and spicy sauce to complete the symphony. A refreshing cool salad on a beautiful Spring afternoon!
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Monday, April 13, 2020
From the French countryside — a quiche so good it will open your eyes!
Sink your teeth into this delectable French country quiche —Jambon et Fromage quiche. Smoked ham, sweet peppers, sautéed onions, cream, eggs along with tangy goat cheese and herbes de Provence all baked in a golden buttery crust. C’est magnifique!
Saturday, April 11, 2020
Whether you’re early or late — these cupcakes are great!
Fresh baked from the oven — Chocolate-N-Pear Cupcakes! Moist, delectable sweet little cakes made with flour, sugar, eggs, chopped pears, raisins and chocolate . Oh how sweet it is!
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Start the day right with this breakfast delight!
Rise and shine to a hearty breakfast of French toast topped with bacon and ham, fresh fruit, coffee and juice — all awaiting your dining pleasure. A beautiful new day has begun.
Sunday, April 5, 2020
Bread and meat — together for a treat!
Here’s another take on the iconic Vietnamese sandwich — Banh Mi Ga Nuong or Grilled Chicken Sandwich. Tender herb-grilled chicken breasts stuffed into a crusty baguette lavishly smeared with fresh made sriracha-aioli all topped with crunchy pickled carrots and cucumber slices. A bite of this is a ticket to bliss!
Friday, April 3, 2020
With Spring finally here and these tasty treats will cheer!
Relax, put your feet up and nibble on these delectable Carrot Cake Squares. Irresistible little squares bursting with cranberries, walnuts, grated carrots, cinnamon, sugar and spices all topped with a rich maple-flavored cream cheese frosting. Perfect with a cup of coffee anytime ...
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
A French apple tart from Normandy’s heart!
Take a sweet bite out of this heavenly French Apple Tart or Tarte aux Pommes. A buttery, flaky crust filled with a divine mix of fresh apple mousse crowned with apple slices and apricot jam then baked to a delicious golden brown. C’est si bon!
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Something tasty and fun as you drift on the Mekong!
Sometimes the best food can be found in the simplest of dishes. Try a bowl of this delicious Vietnamese Seafood Noodle Soup or Bun Rieu Hai San. Tender rice noodles along with shrimp and mussels all swimming in a rich seafood broth with fragrant herbs and tomatoes. A sublime comfort either at home or on the river!
Thursday, March 26, 2020
Chicken Cordon Bleu — a dish just for you!
Take your mind off things and slowly savor this delicious French classic — Chicken Cordon Bleu. Tender chicken breasts stuffed with ham, Gruyere cheese, garlic and thyme then roasted to a juicy perfection. Serve with sautéed vegetables and a glass of wine — definitely a meal to remember.
Monday, March 23, 2020
To start the day right try this Danish delight!
Covid-19 virus got you down and trapped at home? You’ll forget about it once you try one of these delicious fresh baked Cheese Danishes! Filled with a cornucopia of tasty delights including goat cheese, berry jam, fruits and toasted nuts. Add a cup of coffee or tea and you’re ready for whatever the day brings!
Friday, March 20, 2020
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Monday, March 16, 2020
This cheesecake surprise will bring a smile to your eyes!
Those nasty Coronaviruses don’t stand a chance against the power of this heavenly Mango Cheesecake. Made with all fresh ingredients and filled with chopped mangoes, this body booster will keep you healthy and happy through all the seasons!
Friday, March 13, 2020
A quickly made dish that tastes so delish!
Dig into this tasty Vietnamese Fried Rice or Com Chien! The always popular combination of fried rice with ground pork, Asian sausages, scrambled eggs and fresh vegetables all seasoned with tamarind sauce and black pepper. Lunch is on!
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
The chicken is sweet for this Southern fried treat!
Down home cookin’ makes this hot Nashville Chicken Bun a must have on any day of the week. Spiced, beer battered chicken breasts fried and stuffed onto a soft bun slathered over with fresh mayo, lettuce and pickle slices. Perfect with crispy homemade potato chips and a cool drink on a warm sunny day.
Monday, March 9, 2020
One bite of this scone and you know you’ve come home!
Wake up and smell the coffee and take a bite into one of these delectable Strawberry Scones. Slightly sweet scones chock full of fresh strawberries, almonds, butter, eggs, sour cream and flavor with a hint of Cassis liqueur. Breakfast or anytime, a tasty treat that warms the heart.
Friday, March 6, 2020
With a taste so great, it’s the ultimate crab cake!
Dreaming of crab cakes? Well, dream no more, here they are — golden fried Maryland crab cakes made with a savory mix of fresh crab meat, bread crumbs, celery, onions, garlic, eggs and spices . Perfect with sliced lemon, fresh made tartar sauce and a glass of wine. Ooh so fine anytime!
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Made from scratch — these empanadas are unmatched!
Empanada de Carne — a tasty filling of ground beef, onions, cumin, oregano, garlic and sweet peppers all wrapped in a light buttery crust and baked to a golden crispness. Too tempting to eat just one ...
Monday, March 2, 2020
Mix it up and grind it down and you’ve got meatloaf — the best in town!
Get warm and toasty with this Winter comfort meal. Southwestern style meatloaf made with ground beef, rice, corn, black beans, garlic, oregano and thyme then topped with Cheddar cheese and baked to a juicy perfection. Delicious served with sautéed Brussels sprouts, a green salad and a glass of wine.
Saturday, February 29, 2020
Even if you’re in a hurry, you gotta grab this curry!
You can’t beat a bowl of this spicy Kerala Chicken Curry! Chunks of chicken breast cooked with vegetables in a creamy coconut curry laden with spices. Served here with flatbread to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce. Don’t worry — you got the curry!
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