Pork and a barbecue grill - a delicious combination!

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After seeing Julie & Julia last weekend, I was inspired to try this classic recipe. Was it as magical as portrayed in the film? Of course it was. Anything with this much pork fat can’t help but be magical!

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A classic recipe, new to me! I generally don't like fruit with savory dishes, but this was a delicious surprise! The olives and prunes compliment each other beautifully and create a flavorful marinade and sauce. A dash of red pepper rounds out the flavor spectrum.

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Thick pork loin chops provide the perfect meaty backdrop for a savory, earthy, Asian-based mushroom sauce. Warm and spicy five-spice powder is balanced by the sweetness of oyster sauce and the bright, salty notes of light soy sauce. Crimini mushrooms lend delicate texture and subtle flavor.

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Baby bok choy is a compact version of the long, slender bunches commonly found in Chinese cuisine. Mild in flavor, they are delicious prepared in a variety of ways, but I like it most often as a refreshing, crisp contrast to spicy, highly seasoned main dishes, such as soy sauce roasted chicken.

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Brussels sprouts are a much maligned member of the same group that brings you cabbage, broccoli and collard greens. Simple, proper cooking can ensure a delicious vegetable experience!

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Having never brined anything before, I used to wonder what all the fuss was about. I am now a believer!

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Making fried rice is a great way to create a quick meal, using whatever you might have on hand. In this case, it was chicken! The beauty of fried rice is that you can make it as simple or as complex as you wish.

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Bacon. Ahh, the word itself ignites the senses of discerning carnivores out there, and with good reason. The salty, fatty pork goodness satisfies just about any savory craving, and has clearly moved beyond the breakfast table. But just how far? We wanted to find out.

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The Lunar New Year is being celebrated this year on January 26. The most important part? The food!












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After enjoying the flavors of Adobong Manok [November 16, 2008], I was eager to try the marinade/cooking liquid on other meats. My old favorite, the pork butt, did not disappoint!


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There are few things more luxurious than fresh, steamed lobster. With only a few ingredients, lobster meat can be transformed into a delicious salad!

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Of all the desserts bandied about as "comfort food," bread pudding is at the top of my list. Simple to make, generally from day-old scraps of bread, there is no finer example of how something stale, hard and crusty can be turned into something luxuriously decadent and delicious.






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A big pot of steaming mustard greens is the perfect way to celebrate the New Year - or any occasion - with comforting goodness. Like most things delicious, it all starts with the PORK!


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Nothing says "retro fun" like canapes - cute, open-faced mini sandwiches made of a variety of simple, tasty ingredients. What better way to celebrate the old-school hospitality of the past than with these fun, tasty morsels, all done with a whimsical Holiday twist!


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