Flavor First

August 2014
It's officially summer and it's grilling season everywhere. I am a big fan of grilled food, not only because of the smoky layer of flavor it adds to anything cooked over a live fire...

July 2014
Summer is in full swing and, with it, warmer weather and longer days! One of my favorite things about this time of year is being able to cook - and eat - outside.

June 2014
While most of us enjoy salads year round, some of the combos we create seem, well, more summery! With an abundance of fresh vegetables popping up in our gardens and beyond, there’s no end to the combinations we can create.

May 2014
In Southern Italy, The Amalfi Coast is famed not only for its beauty, but for an incredible abundance of culinary treasures.

April 2014
Now that more of us are growing (or buying!) more vegetables, pickling is making a comeback.

March 2014
Anyone who's taken one of my classes or cooked in my kitchen can tell you that my favorite ingredient is - vanilla!

February 2014
The raw food diet has been touted for a variety of health benefits including weight loss, increased energy and better digestion.

January 2014
If you love cocoa and chocolate as much as I do, read on! Cocoa beans are among the richest sources of antioxidants called flavonoids and polyphenols—similar to those found in wine—which benefit both your physical and mental health...

December 2013
Antioxidant-rich, nutrient dense foods including whole fruits, vegetable, grains and omega-3 rich foods provide a diverse range of tastes and textures to appease the pickiest of eaters while packing a powerful punch to keep your immune system humming this winter or anytime.