These are my fondest memories of visiting this far-off land with a friend raised in this region. On my first journey to the Middle East, my traveling partner’s…
Oven-Roasted Chicken Shawarma Here's a quick version of the classic street food that is served on pita with tehina. The perfect blend of spices makes this…
Happy first day of spring! The days are getting longer and hopefully warmer. The day we've been waiting for, has finally arrived. Once the weather turns warm,…
As I prepare myself for this weekends World of Pinot Noir event, Santa Barbara’s annual wine tasting seminar and weekend-long seaside celebration, I am playing around with…
Leaves are falling, days are shorter and the temperature's dropping, the time right now is perfect to celebrate Fall and grape harvest. Make one large tart or two…