vegetables
Din Tai Fung Style Chilled Cucumber Salad
My family and I are obsessed with Din Tai Fung, a famous Taiwanese restaurant in at Santa Clara outpost that we frequent. My husband is the only one of us who has been to Taiwan, which is partly how this obsession began. Once a restaurant opened in our area, we quickly became frequent visitors. For […]
Riced Cauliflower With Leeks, Kale And Walnuts
Cauliflower has become one of my favorite vegetables. With its “riced” form, readily available almost anywhere, it has become even easier to cook. Because of its mild flavor, there are virtually unlimited options to keep this cruciferous vegetable interesting. As I have gotten older, I have had to modify how and what I eat. Sadly, […]
How To Make A Crudité Platter Like A Pro
A crudité is a traditional French appetizer and an important part of entertainment if you ask me. If they are made right, they can be a great focal point, adding vibrant colors as well as offering a healthy food choice option for guests of all ages. I am a big vegetable eater generally, but I […]
Farmers Market Summer Salad
A beautiful summer salad is something we could all afford to eat more regularly. Most people go to farmer’s markets and are excited to buy a collection of beautiful seasonal fruits and vegetables; but later at home, it is not always clear what to make with the cornucopia of items purchased. When in doubt, I […]