My friends Sue and George sampled a mind-altering sangria in Spain, and learned that the secret ingredient was a vanilla bean. I stole that idea, and blended pineapple juice with fresh pineapple to avoid adding sweetener. What brings these flavors and the wine together is Grand Marnier. Triple Sec just doesn’t cut it. This blend needs to sit for at least 24 hours for the flavors to mature. I’m gonna be bold and say that this is the best sangria I’ve ever tasted. But maybe I don’t get out much.
Author: chefalice
I learned this dish from Maria Loi, a Greek chef on the Upper West Side, where she runs her eponymous restaurant LOI, when we worked a charity event together. She called it by its Greek name Htapodaki Stin Schara but whenever I tried to say that mouthful, it sounded very much like a sneeze. However you say it, though, properly cooked octopus (first braised then grilled) is pure heaven. As for the sauce, ladolemono is a Greek version of the lemon and olive oil sauce you find all around the Mediterranean. Mine has mustard powder for extra oomph that might…
It’s great to think that you can have a hearty lunch containing bread, cheese and crispy ham, knowing its nutrient content is just fine.
One of the highlights of living in Southern California is In-N-Out Burger. These famous fast food burgers are known for their delicious special sauce and combo of tomato, iceberg lettuce, and sweet onion. But they are off-limits for those with dairy, egg, soy, or wheat/gluten allergies. I decided to remedy that for you, so that those with allergies (and those in other parts of the world) could still enjoy this awesome savory treat. You may wish to cut your burgers in half for kids; at In-N-Out they wrap them in a neat little packet to catch the sauce. This allergy-free…
Salmon and spinach work so well together, especially in this light lunch that’s packed with healthy omega-3 fatty acids. It makes an impressive party snack, too!
Curry hits the spot when you have a craving for takeout. Once you have the ingredients ready, the dish comes together very quickly! This recipe calls for sliced chicken breast. Try freezing thinly sliced chicken breast to help the recipe come together even faster.
I adore Dr. Seuss. I once worked at a camp where we put on a play of Dr. Seuss’s book The Lorax to teach the children about trees and to respect Mother Nature. Every March 2, Dr. Seuss Day, I make a breakfast of green eggs and ham.
In this classic salad, romaine leaves are slathered in creamy dressing and sprinkled with Parmesan and pine nuts.