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My father says that when he was growing up in Calabria, they simply picked the artichokes and ate them raw. I don’t know about that, but he showed me how easy it is to grow them in my garden. I’m not big on stuffing artichokes with a lot of fattening ingredients. I simply like to boil [...]
I have been following the buzz on El Bizcocho restaurant and its “molecular gastronomy” concept for some time now. Since my curiosity just wouldn’t let up, I decided to check myself into The Rancho Bernardo Inn. For starters, I must say that the hotel and its grounds are picture-perfect, resembling an Italian resort, complete with [...]
A fun bunch of like-minded San Diego chefs band together every few months to create meals centered around a theme or central ingredient. Known as the Cooks Confab, their mission is to bring good people and great food together, and share the love. The theme of the next event is centered around the “whole hog” [...]
Serving up tasty pizzas with upbeat and attentive service in a friendly, fun and all inviting atmosphere, Pizzicato in Bankers Hill is a nice and quick casual option for dining out.
Cardamom Café & Bakery in the North Park community of San Diego is a quaint and cozy bakery featuring original creations from chef Joanne Sherif.
Cuisine at the Marine Room on La Jolla Shores has a one-of-a-kind French twist. Since the 1940s, guests have enjoyed the ocean view at this amazing eatery.
My Italian father had a pool-sized organic garden in our backyard while I was growing up. I loved watching the green beans hanging like Christmas ornaments amidst the leaves. There is nothing that tastes better than fresh picked green beans. I like to enjoy them steamed (al dente) on top of pasta and covered with [...]
eminiscent of an Italian trattoria, Piatti Ristorante in the heart of La Jolla offers an “Old World” experience complete with the aromas of authentic Italian cuisine in a rustic and charming atmosphere.
The lazy days of Summer should be spent relaxing by the pool, lounging in a beautiful guest room by the water, taking walks on the beach and savoring great food. Since we live in sunny San Diego, visiting this Loews Coronado Bay resort can be fun all year long. Family friendly and pet friendly, this [...]
Sbicca in Del Mar is one of my favorite places to enjoy fabulous modern American cuisine while watching the sunset over the beautiful Pacific. Knowing I am of Italian decent, Executive Chef Susan Sbicca gave me her recipe for White Corn Polenta Tarts.
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