Author Archives: valentina

How to Cut a Mango: A Photographic Guide

Posted on May 16, 2012 by valentina

I’m in the mood to celebrate the beauty of a mango. It might be because I met some lovely people from the National Mango Board a couple weeks ago at Camp Blogaway. Or perhaps it’s because those same lovely people … Continue reading →

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Lemon Roasted Baby Artichoke and Avocado Salad with Sherry Vinaigrette

Posted on May 14, 2012 by valentina

This weekend was highly unusual around here. The kitchen was quiet! No simmering, no braising, no chopping, and no stirring. Pin It

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Happy Mother’s Day

Posted on May 13, 2012 by valentina

I’d like to introduce you to the newest addition to my family. Please meet Maple. (Yes, as in syrup.) Wishing you warmth, love, happiness, and of course, lots of delicious food this Mother’s Day. xo Valentina  

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Friday Flowers: Yucca Flowers and Chocolate Biscoff Truffles + a Biscoff Giveaway!

Posted on May 11, 2012 by valentina

* DETAILS FOR THE BISCOFF GIVEAWAY ARE BELOW * I’ve made a new discovery in the world of sweets. Biscoff Spread!  I’ve been seeing it in more and more recipes lately so I had to see what all the buzz … Continue reading →

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Spicy Serrano-Maple Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Posted on May 10, 2012 by valentina

I have a thing for sweet and spicy all at once. (I also have a thing for sweet and salty all at once, but that’s a whole other post! ) I’ve been wanting to share this recipe with you for … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day Brunch Recipe: Potato Crusted Eggs Florentine with Prosciutto

Posted on May 8, 2012 by valentina

I was recently given this cool, heart-muffin, ceramic baking dish.   I immediately knew I had to use it for one of my Mother’s Day brunch recipes!  (Be sure to scroll all the way down to the bottom portion of the … Continue reading →

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Cinco de Mayo Recipes: My Top 15!

Posted on May 4, 2012 by valentina

Cinco de Mayo is this Saturday! Are you celebrating? Either way, we certainly don’t need an excuse to indulge in scrumptious Mexican food! Right?!  Right.  Pin It

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Cinco de Mayo Recipes: Spicy Pepper Jack Potato Pancakes

Posted on May 2, 2012 by valentina

Last year at this time Cooking On The Weekends wasn’t born yet. I had just read an article in the LA Times Food Section about Sarah Gim of TasteSpotting.  It said that Sarah would be speaking at Camp Blogaway — … Continue reading →

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Cinco de Mayo Recipes: Tomatillo Shrimp Ceviche

Posted on May 1, 2012 by valentina

Do you have a friend who — no matter how much time goes by without talking — you still feel totally connected?   Pin It

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How To Make Risotto: Brown Sage Butter Mushroom Risotto Recipe

Posted on April 29, 2012 by valentina

Typically I try not to drone on about technical cooking terms or techniques that I find exciting — for fear you might not. Today however, I’m going to teach you something you might not know — and if you don’t, … Continue reading →

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