Wednesday, July 31, 2013

California Cuisine Continued!

The Outdoor Market

The Outdoor Market

Chicken Fajitas at the Outdoor Market

Grilled Potatoes at the Outdoor Market

Beet Salad


Vegetarian Sandwich

Hibiscus Tea

The Outdoor Market


Margaritas with Flambe Lemon Peel


Tuesday, July 30, 2013

California !



Here are a few more pictures of what we've experienced on the food scene!
For those that don't know us, we have a son that lives here. He has been so generous with his time to show us his life here!
We've seen Beverly Hills, Malibu, Venice Beach, Manhattan Beach and more.

Creperie


Le Pain Quotidien


The Communal Table at Le Pain Quotidien/ Manhattan Beach












Vegan Nachos


Enjoy!
Peace in the Kitchen!

Nobu, Malibu, California

We've had some amazing food on this trip including Nobu.
Here's just a sample:
looking at the beach from the Nobu Restaurant

Yamamomo, a Japanese Mountain Peach

Eggplant Maki Rolls

Artichoke and Leek Salad

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Beer!



Enjoy!
Peace in the Kitchen!

Saturday, July 27, 2013

Road Trip Food!

Here are a few pictures of some great food on our way to California.
Asian Salad served on Won Tons with a Honey Glazed Croissant.

Edamame served with a bowl of Soy Sauce and a bowl of Mixed Spices for Dipping.

Kix on 66 Diner on the Iconic Route 66 / Huevos Rancheros Breakfast

Aspen Pizza Restaurant in Flagstaff, Arizona

Friday, July 26, 2013

Road Trip

We stopped at a great place called Crush on our way to California.
We had Panini Sandwiches.
Mine was called The Hippy Sandwich, how appropriate for me to blog about it.

It was a grilled Panini Bread
 Hummus, Fresh Spinach Leaves, Avocado, Roasted Red Peppers and Caramelized Onions.

Not necessarily a recipe, but great food. It came with homemade chips that were thick and crunchy.

Looking forward to some great Hippy food in California too....
More to come!

Enjoy!
Peace in the Kitchen!


Thursday, July 25, 2013

Hollywood, here we come!

I'll be away for awhile. We're taking a road trip to Hollywood, California.
I hope see gather some recipes along the way and post them.
Until then.......

Enjoy!
Peace in the Kitchen!

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Cheddar Biscuits............really easy!

I love Cheddar Biscuits slathered with butter!
Here's an easy recipe.

1 C flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1/4 tsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 stick of butter, cubed (1/4C)
1 C shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/3 C milk

Preheat oven to 450 degrees

In a bowl:
flour
baking powder
tartar
sugar
salt
Whisk well

Cut in butter until it resembles coarse crumbs ( use a pastry blender)
Fold in cheese
Stir in milk to form a dough

Knead the dough well on a floured board until smooth.
With your hands, pat and press  the dough into a 6 inch square
Cut the 6" square into 9 squares
Place on a baking sheet, ( sprayed with a vegetable cooking spray)

Bake for 10 - 12 minutes
The biscuits should be golden brown

Serve with plenty of butter!

Enjoy!
Peace in the Kitchen!