Sometimes I eat something so good that I just have to make sure you know about it. You might be thinking this is an ordinary orange. However, looks can be deceiving. While the skin is bright orange, the interior flesh is a beautiful rosy pink, much like that of a Ruby grapefruit. The Cara Cara was … [Read more...]
Happy Holidays!
The Fruit Company sent me a box of gorgeous Webster Comice Pears, and the photograph I took of them turned out looking like a painting. So I framed it for you. :-) I wish you & yours a warm, peaceful,happy and delicious holiday! xo Valentina Save … [Read more...]
Ginger-Citrus Pie Recipe
This Ginger Citrus Pie is so luscious, so creamy, so rich, and so over-the-t0p delicious! Serve this at a festive occasion, for an afternoon pick-me-up, or a dessert after a casual dinner. I guess you could say my mom is a creature of habit in the restaurant department. At the moment, if she and my dad are out … [Read more...]
Introducing Witch Fingers Grapes
How cool are these grapes!? I know, right? It was such a treat when Melissa's Produce introduced them to me, that I have to do the same for you. Sure their unique, elongated shape, and gorgeous deep purple color might have grabbed your attention, but it's their super sweet, delicious flavor that will keep you … [Read more...]
Smoky Chipotle Mango Quesadilla Recipe
When two of my (many) favorite foods on the planet are a a match made in heaven, as a pair they might just surpass everything else. Smoky, spicy chipotle peppers and sweet, tangy mangoes create the most unbelievable flavor combination imaginable. This delectable summer quesadilla can be served in small slices as an … [Read more...]
Top 15 Recipes for July 4th
These are my top recipes for July 4th! From cookies and popsicles, to grilled burgers and salsas, there's something delicious here for everyone at your party!What are you doing to celebrate the 4th of July? More importantly, what are you eating to celebrate the 4th of July? What am I eating? Again, I'm so glad you … [Read more...]
How to Peel and Cut a Pineapple: A Photographic Guide
There's not much better than the sweet taste of fresh fruit at the peak of its season. I am in love with summertime strawberries, mangoes, melons and of course pineapples! This gorgeous fruit might be daunting for some to break into, and that might lead them to the canned fruit isle of the market. Don't do it! … [Read more...]
Meyer Lemon-Black Quinoa Plum and Avocado Salad Recipe
Making this salad felt a bit like painting a picture. You see, as I was cooking the black quinoa, I spotted my big bowl ripe plums out of the corner of my eye. I thought their bright reddish color would look so pretty against the beautifully textured, black quinoa. Then I imagined how lovely the soft green color of … [Read more...]
Best Basil Recipes
Recently on my Cooking On The Weekends Facebook Page, I asked the question, "If you had to name one food that most quickly brings your mind to summer, what would it be?" Amidst all of the peaches and strawberries, basil was a recurring answer. So while I plan to bring you many peach and strawberry recipes … [Read more...]
Introducing Sumo Citrus
Sumo Citrus has a thick, bumpy, often dirty rind and a funny knob on top -- however, you should never judge citrus by its skin. You see beneath the seemingly tough rind, is a seedless, delicate, unbelievably juicy fruit -- and it's quite possibly the sweetest citrus I've ever tasted. Sumo Citrus has been getting … [Read more...]
