When asked to bring something to a cookout, I typically always bring a big old batch of pre- mixed cocktails. In California, in the summer, the pitcher of margarita is always welcome. So here's my go to recipe. Just in time for Memorial day festivities... Batch Margarita makes about 2 quarts/ 20 drinks For a … Continue reading Hospitality @ Home: Batch Margaritas
The lovely ladies that I work for did it again this season with a fabulous holiday gift-- the Le Creuset fondue pot. Since they thoughtfully gifted it with Gruyere and Emmenthaler, I needed to christen this baby quickly. Once the New Year's mayhem subsided at work, I treated the Gent to a Fondue Dinner courtesy … Continue reading Hospitality @ Home: Fondue!
It's been a while in the oven, but I'm so excited to post my first video to Where the Sidework Ends! This recipe is one of my favorites to make during the holidays. In Los Angeles, where it still is 70 degrees in November, you kind of have to lay on a thick patina of … Continue reading Video: Brandied Cranberry Recipe
It's been a while in the oven, but I'm so excited to post my first video to Where the Sidework Ends! This recipe is one of my favorites to make during the holidays. In Los Angeles, where it still is 70 degrees in November, you kind of have to lay on a thick patina of … Continue reading Brandied Cranberry Recipe (w/ Video)
This is one of my favorite go-to meals to make when it's a brisk autumn day in LA. And with the amazing team at McCall's Meat & Fish just up the street, I find myself making this dish almost once a week. Mussels don't need to be scary. Especially if the … Continue reading Hospitality @ Home: Mmm-Mussels
