My Journey. Narrated in the Language of Food.
Good restaurants never fail to inspire me. They want me to be a better cook. They inspire me to learn new things about cooking, learn new recipes, combinations, and flavors. And of course, they do satisfy my cravings — whether Continue reading Linguine with Sage, Truffle, and Parma Ham
Here’s another pasta dish, which I made last Sunday. I wanted something different, but did not have the opportunity to get new ingredients at the grocery. I’ve always wanted to use tapenade as my sauce, and good thing I had Continue reading Linguine in Lemon Tapenade
There are many sources of inspiration for a recipe. It can be from a dish one tasted during a trip. It can be a good dish eaten at a restaurant. And let’s not forget that many recipes are created by Continue reading Red Carbonara
I believe the great Julia Child was known for two things: 1) for being a pioneer writer and cook; and 2) for her love of butter. She was quoted to have said, “If you’re afraid of butter, use cream.” I’ve Continue reading Penne with Butter, Sage and Arugula
STRESS has become part of our everyday living. And many times, it is comfort food that saves our day. It gives us the nourishment and energy we need to keep our sanity in place. We look for it at the Continue reading Comfort Zone Episode 2: STRESSED? Three Comfort Foods vs. Stress
After a very stressful week sometime last year, I needed a break. It was Sunday, and I went to the kitchen to destress. I just needed to cook. As to what dish I would cook, I didn’t know. It was Continue reading Creamy Spinach Spaghettini