Like clockwork, as soon as the school bell tolls the end of summer, I begin receiving requests for holiday parties. And even though here, in Southern California, it still feels like summer, my mind is immediately thrust into holiday baking mode, and the smells of freshly baked goodies in my oven. These are one of … Continue reading Pistachio Oat Sandies
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Shepherd’s Pie w/ New Zealand Lamb
No cooking experience in New Zealand would be complete without rustling up a hearty, stick-to-your-ribs shepherd’s pie. Known by many names and local variations elsewhere (i.e. cottage pie, Cumberland, Pâté chinois), this version has a distinctive lamb mince in the stead of beef or mutton. Having been in Marlborough for a bit over a month … Continue reading Shepherd’s Pie w/ New Zealand Lamb
Harissa Lamb Burger w/ Feta
I’ve been making a similar meatball version of this for years, and they’re always the number one requested menu item from my clients for their parties. While I usually reserve the harissa to make the sauce on the meatballs, I decided for this burger version to add it right into the patty so you get … Continue reading Harissa Lamb Burger w/ Feta
Golden Milk
Ah, the holidays. Trees and lights and parties as far as the eye can see. But as much fun as all of the festivities are, for some of us this time of year also brings with it a fair amount of stress and anxiety. All the planning, present buying, cooking and travel can take a … Continue reading Golden Milk
Chicken (or Turkey) Chili Verde
I had a craving for chili a few weeks ago, and posted this super simple recipe on Instagram. It then dawned on me that it would also work really well by subbing turkey for the chicken. Since we'll all be swimming in leftover turkey next week, this recipe will be the perfect use of it, … Continue reading Chicken (or Turkey) Chili Verde
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