Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Cape Gooseberry Gin Smash

Gin cocktail flavored with fresh cape gooseberries and elderflower liqueur.

Have you ever tried cape gooseberries? Some of you might be saying you've never even seen them and, that's possible. They're definitely a specialty fruit so more likely to be found at a gourmet store or large farmer's market. But you also might have seen them and just walked past.

Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Cauliflower Falafel on Naan

Vegetarian falafel balls made with chickpeas and cauliflower.

One of my favorite meatless meals is a great falafel sandwich. Those little balls of chickpeas and spices are seriously so delicious and they make me feel like I'm not missing anything without meat in my meatballs. And I never tire of making variations.

Monday, May 6, 2019

Ramp Biscuits and Gravy with Maple Bacon

Buttermilk biscuits and sweet onion gravy flavored with wild garlic ramps.

When I was growing up in New York, biscuits and gravy was not a dish I encountered. My mother didn't make them at home and none of the local restaurants served them. So it wasn't until my early 20's, having lunch with some co-workers in a new southern cuisine restaurant, that I had my first taste.