So many aspects of our elopement came together serendipitously, with no other explanation other than that the universe really was on board with this union.Later this week I’m going to get into them all, but in the meantime, I’ll give thanks ... Continue Reading about Blackened Salmon Tacos with Cucumber Salsa and Jalapeno Aioli
Recipes
Easy Vegan Cream of Tomato Soup with Basil
Done is better than perfect.It’s a motto that I believe in, but one that, as a recovering perfectionist, I have a hard time role modeling in my life.Especially when it comes to photography for this site, I struggle with shooting outside ... Continue Reading about Easy Vegan Cream of Tomato Soup with Basil
Sheet Pan Peri Peri Chicken with Portuguese Red Pepper Sauce
If there’s one gluten-free dish to sample while in Portugal, it’s peri peri chicken.In general, the country is a lot more friendly to the dietarily challenged than their neighbors over in Spain, who seem to sneak jamon or bread into ... Continue Reading about Sheet Pan Peri Peri Chicken with Portuguese Red Pepper Sauce
Le Grand Aioli Seafood and Vegetable Crudités Platter with Grilled Scallions
Have you ever been to a new restaurant's friends and family night? I hadn’t until last year, when I got the opportunity to order an entire grand aioli seafood and vegetable crudités platter for two people.I say, opportunity. Because it didn’t ... Continue Reading about Le Grand Aioli Seafood and Vegetable Crudités Platter with Grilled Scallions
Coconut Lime Shrimp Packets with Summer Veggies
You’ve heard me lament the sensitivity of the smoke alarms in our new apartment. This means that unlike my white skinny jeans, quick meals on the grill pan are not coming back into season in my kitchen.Instead, my strategy for summer is ... Continue Reading about Coconut Lime Shrimp Packets with Summer Veggies
The Best Basic Bitch Kale Salad with Avocado, Beets and Tahini Dressing
I remember the day I first heard the term basic bitch. I had no idea what my friend was talking about. I felt old. Out of the loop. I worried that I was possibly...basic myself?According to my friend’s explanation, and some quick follow-up ... Continue Reading about The Best Basic Bitch Kale Salad with Avocado, Beets and Tahini Dressing
Smashed Chickpea Salad Lettuce Wraps
I had high hopes of getting these vegetarian chickpea salad wraps on the blog in time for Memorial Day picnicking. But then I arrived in Porto, had my first glass of vinho verde, followed by a very un-vegetarian pile of freshly cut jamon, and all of ... Continue Reading about Smashed Chickpea Salad Lettuce Wraps
Low Sugar Hibiscus Smoothies with Ginger, Raspberries and Zucchini
I arrived home in the wee hours of the morning yesterday from Cabo Pulmo Mexico, where I partied like a lobster at my best friend’s wedding, and ate pretty much the opposite of this low sugar smoothie every morning.Those who watch my ... Continue Reading about Low Sugar Hibiscus Smoothies with Ginger, Raspberries and Zucchini
Healthy Fish Taco Bowls with Mango and Avocado Slaw
When people ask me what a typical day looks like as a solopreneur, I have a hard time answering.Not only does every day look a little different, but I find that so does each month and year. The weeks have their own cycles of productivity that ... Continue Reading about Healthy Fish Taco Bowls with Mango and Avocado Slaw
Paleo Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon, Avocado and Easy Turmeric-Ghee Hollandaise
There are a few special occasion foods that are emblematic of my childhood.For birthdays, my mom would dredge and pan-fry thin, expensive fillets of dover sole, or pound out rounds of cutlets for veal scallopini. The common thread for all of ... Continue Reading about Paleo Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon, Avocado and Easy Turmeric-Ghee Hollandaise
Mexican Breakfast Frittata with Corn Salsa and Avocado
Mexican mornings and I go way back.Before there was this tricked out easy breakfast frittata recipe, my oeuvre primarily revolved around the burritos I pioneered when I was 6 years old.Yes, that was not a typo. I was 6. Pre-braces. ... Continue Reading about Mexican Breakfast Frittata with Corn Salsa and Avocado
Paleo Lemon Bars with Almond Flour Crust
Gluten-free baking usually falls into one of two categories.Either it’s nearly as good as the real thing, but requires dozens of ingredients and gums. Or it only uses “healthy” ingredients and, though looks like it could kind of be the real ... Continue Reading about Paleo Lemon Bars with Almond Flour Crust
Red Lentil and Spinach Masala {Video}
Working as a private chef has its drawbacks and its perks. One of the positives was that my clients would often pass along interesting dishes that I might not have otherwise tried, including this red lentil curry recipe with spinach. When I ... Continue Reading about Red Lentil and Spinach Masala {Video}
Dairy-Free Cream of Asparagus Soup with Coconut Collagen Cream
When I was little, I developed a serious “cream of” soup fetish.Those of you who know a thing or two about my crunchy granola childhood might assume that my mother was slaving in the kitchen, infusing her own homemade bone broth with organic ... Continue Reading about Dairy-Free Cream of Asparagus Soup with Coconut Collagen Cream
Red Wine Spaghetti with Ghee, Pine Nuts and Basil
My house husband and I have different ideas around what type of wine should be used to cook with.A dedicated student of my culinary teachers on Food Network, who I’ve been learning from since long before I was of legal age to drink wine, I’ve ... Continue Reading about Red Wine Spaghetti with Ghee, Pine Nuts and Basil
One Pan Korean Spicy Chicken Thighs with Gluten-Free Gochujang Sauce
Some days you just need a little spicy Korean chicken to get you through.Back when I used to turn a blind eye to all the gluten in my Asian food, I was a regular in Koreatown, a little three block stretch in Midtown Manhattan. Any cuisine ... Continue Reading about One Pan Korean Spicy Chicken Thighs with Gluten-Free Gochujang Sauce
Salmon and Quinoa Bowls with Kale and Tahini-Yogurt Sauce {Video}
I’m back at my desk after a long weekend in Park City, Utah, where my hot toddy to quinoa bowl ratio got a little lopsided. And by quinoa bowl, I really mean mountain side chili con carne...This excursion was certainly more balanced in the ... Continue Reading about Salmon and Quinoa Bowls with Kale and Tahini-Yogurt Sauce {Video}
Mean Green Matcha Pancakes with Raspberry Compote (Gluten-Free)
About a year ago, Charlie started experimenting in the kitchen with gluten-free pancake mix. This lead to a new brunch tradition, a lot of extra airtime on my Instagram stories, and the inevitable title of The Pancake Man.I’ve been asked ... Continue Reading about Mean Green Matcha Pancakes with Raspberry Compote (Gluten-Free)
Sheet Pan Shrimp Puttanesca with Cherry Tomatoes and Chard
It’s officially been a week since we moved, but we spent much longer than that with our kitchen in boxes. Ordinarily, that would have meant takeout. But since my low FODMAP diet makes that tricky, instead it meant sheet pan dinners.We left ... Continue Reading about Sheet Pan Shrimp Puttanesca with Cherry Tomatoes and Chard
How to Make Healthy Sesame Chicken with Broccoli {Video}
According to the Chinese calendar, we've officially moved out of the year of the Fire Rooster and into the year of the Dog. I for one could not be more excited to leave any fiery animal behind in favor of something more grounding.To ... Continue Reading about How to Make Healthy Sesame Chicken with Broccoli {Video}
The Flu Busting, Immune Boosting Green Drink
A few weeks ago, I got a little bit cocky about flu season.I’ve still managed to dodge that full-body bullet, so didn’t fully jinx myself. But the stress of our impending move has slowly started to wear me down to the point where I feel like ... Continue Reading about The Flu Busting, Immune Boosting Green Drink
Paleo Cast Iron Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie
The first time I ever ate a pizookie (pizza cookie) was in college.I was visiting my friend Ali in her hometown of Los Angeles, and her food tour always included two cookie Meccas in Westwood, Diddy Riese for ice cream sandwiches, and BJ’s ... Continue Reading about Paleo Cast Iron Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie
Spaghetti & Moroccan Lamb Meatballs with No-Cook Romesco Sauce
You want to know the secret to a long and lasting romance?Talking about your intestinal bacteria.Seriously, ladies. Nothing makes a man swoon like explaining how your everyday good bacteria has migrated to the wrong area of your body, ... Continue Reading about Spaghetti & Moroccan Lamb Meatballs with No-Cook Romesco Sauce
Roasted Carrot-Jalapeno Salsa with Pepitas (low FODMAP)
I’m officially 3 weeks into my SIBO diet and it’s been, well, hard.I’m not looking for pity or a pat on the back. I don't want to discourage you if you have to take on a similar change. I’m stating the obvious, which is that the struggle is ... Continue Reading about Roasted Carrot-Jalapeno Salsa with Pepitas (low FODMAP)