Are you familiar with the most expensive spice in the world? Saffron, which is what gives some dishes that bright yellow color, is actually the dried stigma and styles of certain crocus flowers. Saffron threads run from $114 per ounce on up, so thankfully a little goes a long way. I normally think of saffron… Read More
My recent trip to Northwestern Italy was in order for me to see Casa Regis, which is the brainchild of Mikelle Standbridge. It is a very old, ornate villa in Mosso Santa Maria that is being rehabilitated to serve as an artist retreat. I think any artist in residence at this villa will be inspired… Read More
In my community and many across the country, we are moving into the United Way campaign season. For many Americans, this is a chance to give back to their local community. I choose to donate to my local United Way for several reasons, but the primary reason is that they vet each and every organization… Read More
This is the simplest, but most flavorful, dish you will ever serve. The trick is to use a really great, tasty, ripe tomato. Be picky or else this starter/salad/side dish will taste as flat as a stale cola! We were served this as an antipasto when visiting the restaurant on the small island of Sala… Read More