It’s that time of year again when Football games and Tailgating go hand in hand. This week my family is gearing up and dreaming up our menu for our annual Tailgate at Indiana University in Bloomington, IN! For 6 years we’ve managed to pull together a date that works for most of us. Of course…
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Kitchen Tools: A few of my favorite things
I have a few kitchen essentials that I’ve come to find out I miss when I’m cooking in other people’s homes. Being a personal chef, I have a “kit” that I bring with me, of course. But when I travel that’s another story. Bringing a bag of gadgets and my favorite knife isn’t too hard…
Fresh Roasted Tomato & Walnut Pesto
This dish is a favorite among my pasta loving clients and my family. I like to use 100% whole wheat spaghetti. It’s nutty flavor works well with this pesto. You can use your favorite type. Taking fresh tomatoes and roasting them adds a new twist to a classic pesto preparation. There is an abundance…
Mahi Mahi Street Tacos
Who doesn’t like a good fish taco. My spicy mahi mahi street tacos are amazing! I love to use corn tortillas, a smear of avocado crema, and mango salsa. I just made these for my Monday Night Clients. I do a set menu each week for a group in the Blue Ash/Montgomery Area. This is…
Labor Day Menu
I feel like celebrating Labor Day in America is the quintessential signal to the end of Summer. The community Pool closes. If children have not returned to school they will on Tuesday. There is a shift in the winds. Where did those lazy days of summer evenings go with family and friends? They are not…
Buffalo Chickpea Salad
Buffalo Sauce, YES! If you have a love of spicy foods then you know all about buffalo wings, sauces, chicken sandwiches .. the list goes on. There are several salads and sandwiches out there with buffalo chickpeas, but here is one not to be missed. Get your favorite sauce ready! Buffalo Chickpea Salad Serves 4…
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