This Mexican twist on F&W’s recent Provoleta recipe is sure to please at your next dinner party – just serve with a sliced/toasted baguette or water crackers! *Note: you’ll need a cast iron skillet or a pan which can be … Continue reading
I know, I know – it’s hot outside and you’re probably not craving a piping hot and spicy soup. Nevertheless, my trip to the Asian market had me excited to revisit some old Thai recipes (and photos from Thailand, below). … Continue reading
This hot weather has me thinking back to summer days in Chiang Mai, a beautiful mountain town in Northern Thailand. I’ve been itching to recreate the Som Tum we made in our Thai Cooking class, and finally found some shredded papaya … Continue reading
Summer is (finally) just around the corner, so I’ve been spending lots of time outside grilling, and making use of the new picnic table. The evenings have been especially warm and dry this week, the perfect formula for a starlit … Continue reading
I was inspired this Saturday by a morning stroll through the farmers market. The herbs and greens were fresh and in abundance! I bought pounds of spinach, cilantro, mint, parsley, and scallions and set out to make Ash-e Reshteh, a famous … Continue reading
While summer is winding down everywhere else in California, it’s just starting to heat up here in San Francisco, where [Indian] summer rolls around in September and October. These are the days for evening strolls, trips to the farmers market, … Continue reading
After an unintentional hiatus on The Coastal Countertop this summer, I’m back and ready to make the most of the amazing summer ingredients out there. My obsession as of late is none other than corn! It is everywhere these days … Continue reading
Who says all pesto must be made equal? I say, ditch the pine nuts and basil! With spring knocking at your door, I dare you to try this light, succulent (and slightly Mediterranean) variety. It works great as a dip, … Continue reading
As the frost begins to melt and we enter the best month of the year, February, we are well overdue for our Winter Guest Countertop Series. This month I interviewed Gabrielle Obeji. She’s my childhood mate, and a fellow Encinitas expat in … Continue reading
Take your grilled cheese to the next level with this sweet, tangy, and savory blend of flavors served in everyone’s favorite culinary vehicle: the grilled cheese sandwich. Recipe makes 3 servings. 1 pear sliced thinly 1.5 tablespoons pomegranate vinaigrette 4 … Continue reading
Want to spice up your weekday breakfast routine? Try this simple, healthy, and protein-rich take on ‘egg-in-a-hole’. It takes less than 20 minutes to whip up, and can be modified with your favorite type of cheese or dry spice. This … Continue reading
Why have I not made these before?! At $3-4 a bag in most grocery stores, kale chips are flying off the shelves – fast. If , like me, you can go through a bag of these in well under an … Continue reading
It’s really starting to cool down in San Francisco. You can feel the chill even when it’s warm. Although for everyone else, this means baked goods and warm desserts are on deck , for me, this season is all about … Continue reading
I feel like I haven’t posted in forever! Well here I am, with a delicious new recipe, which is a continuation of my zucchini obsession. Although I haven’t blogged in nearly two weeks, I have had my fair share of … Continue reading
Alright, back to something the vegetarians can enjoy, too. This recipe takes 10 minutes or less to make from start to end. That’s it! Easy to whip up alongside a protein or grain, whatever you’re having for dinner that night. … Continue reading
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