It's rare these days to get anything other than bills and ads in the (snail) mail. So imagine my delight to find a big box at my doorstep when I arrived home the other day. And now imagine how happy I was to unveil a gorgeous collection of seasonal organic fruits! Pears for poaching in port wine, avocados for making … [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...]
Seville Orange-Key Lime Pie with Cardamom Crust
We're seeing more and more lovely and delicious Seville orange recipes lately, and this Seville Orange-Key Lime Pie with Cardamom Crust is a great one. The tangy, sour flavor of the Seville oranges, blended with tart Key Limes, is balanced beautifully with the rich and creamy sweetness of the other ingredients in this … [Read more...]
The Beauty of a Blood Orange
The skin of a blood orange can be bright orange, red, or orange streaked with soft blush tones. Any of these variations are stunning on this fruit. And the outside color is never indicative of the color of their sweet interior. It's somewhat dramatic when the skin is gently peeled away, revealing the deep, … [Read more...]
Baby Bok Choy with Crispy Garlic Orange Sesame Sauce
Baby Bok Choy with Crispy Garlic Orange Sesame Sauce is a beautiful plate suitable for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant dinner party. It's healthy, fresh, and packed with delectable flavors!Yesterday my super sweet six-year-old wasn't feeling his best so he stayed home from school. After spending an incredibly … [Read more...]
Winter Citrus Carpaccio Recipe
It's the beginning of February, right? Well, I don't know about you, but I'm already seeing signs of Spring! Yesterday in and around Los Angeles, I saw several stone fruit trees beginning to bloom! (Most of the trees blooming this early are ornamental ones, which are those that don't produce fruit. Stone fruits … [Read more...]
Herbs de Provence Orange Roasted Chicken Recipe
This Herbs de Provence Orange Roasted Chicken recipe is as delicious as it is pretty. The combination of the herbs with the tangy citrus, seeping into the succulent chicken, is out of this world. It doesn't get much better than braising and roasting in the fall and winter. (Yes, even here in Los Angeles!) The cooking … [Read more...]
Candied Citrus Peels Recipe
Candied citrus peels are easy to make and are a fabulous ingredient to add to all sorts of baked goods, including cookies, cakes, muffins and breads. Grapefruits, lemons, oranges and limes can all be candied -- each one creating its own flavor profile. Recipes using candied citrus peels have an extra delicious kick to … [Read more...]
