Winter cooking is about balancing comfort food with vibrant, fresh flavors. Adding textures and colorful seasonal produce keeps dishes lively and satisfying for all the senses.
Fruit Fall
Fruit teaches us the meaning of time and eternity.” The life cycle of almost any fruit tree echoes the seasons—a cool dormant winter, the flourish of blossoms in the spring, the tantalizing ripening in the summer, followed by a gratifying harvest.
Green Apple, Herb and Green Tomato Salad
I recently found some irresistible gooseberry-like green tomatoes at the farmers market. They had almost translucent, iridescent skin that glistened as the sun shone on them. They had a firm…
Whole Roasted Chicken in Clay Pot with Almonds, Dates and Lemons
I received my clay pot as a gift. I’ll be honest and tell you that it sat, collecting dust, for a very long time. I mistakenly thought that it would…
Pan-Roasted Pears with Vanilla and Cloves
I love pears. There is a moment when they are perfectly ripe, slightly firm, juicy and sweet. When cooked they take on another dimension as their flavor is enhanced. Certain…
Local Red Rock Crab Salad with Shaved Fennel and Avocado Vinaigrette
Standing above the harbor one recent chilly morning, watching the sunrise painting the local mountains in pastel hues, I spied two fishing boats heading out to sea. I could hear…
Steamed Spring Potatoes with Dill-Chive Vinaigrette
Herbaceous
Herbs are a culinary paint box, each adding hues and depth to a dish that brightens our palates. From basil to tarragon, these fresh herbs can transform simple ingredients into vibrant, flavorful meals.
