Anyone who knows me, knows that I love deep fried food. French fries, donuts, tempura – you name it. If it’s been in a deep fryer, I want...

Artichokes are one of those vegetables that I see at the Farmer’s Market and think, ‘Yes, I could take you home, but will I cook you? Or...

When we moved to the valley recently, Violet started at a new daycare, en route to which is this taco stand. I’ve had the opportunity to...

Richard doesn’t love going to the Farmer’s Market as much as I do. But on Sunday when I was taking Violet to the Metropolis exhibit at...

I love dip! It’s the best thing when you don’t have time to actually cook something, but you need to put food in your mouth or you’ll end...

It’s no secret that I love cookie dough. I love it more than the cookies themselves. And guess what? So does Violet! I know, I’m not...

Looking for comfort food this winter? Something that will pack you so full of carbs and oily cheese that you’ll fall into a coma on the...

This is one of those magical dishes that you can pass off as breakfast, lunch OR dinner! A bonus when all you have in the fridge is a...

My mom and Rod came for Christmas this year for a wonderful visit. They bonded with Violet, we rode the Griffith Park Merry-go-round,...

Now that it’s actually cold in L.A., I want hot soup! I’m starting with something easy because, as you may know, I’m no chef and am...

Soufflés are back from their 1970’s grave! At least at my house. This whole wheat flour and almond milk version is extra nutty and...

Here is a delicious dessert for the holidays or any time at all! With 100% whole wheat crust and lots of fruit, it makes up for the sugar...

This dish is one of those ‘gets better with age’ casseroles. And I always benefit from aged food because Richard won’t eat leftovers...

It’s Thanksgiving weekend where everyone is so focused on the BIG MEAL that nobody remembers to cook anything else. But if your leftovers...

When I moved to Southern California, there was one thing I learned very quickly: Tacos are cheap, delicious and available EVERYWHERE all...

I remember when I first discovered falafels as a teenager. I thought it was the most brilliant idea of all time. Deep fried veggie balls...

Pumpkins are awesome. And so are Jack-o-lanterns. So is pumpkin pie. Everything about pumpkins rules. They’re chubby, they have...

I love October, Halloween, the whole damn autumnal shootin’ match. This fall Violet is old enough to get hyped up about things, and young...

I don’t know if it’s because I’m born in the autumn, but I love squash – pumpkins, butternut, acorn – you name it, I’m loving it. Making...

Okay so here’s where I have to admit that I eat seafood. I apologize to my vegan Twitter followers, but I don’t know when I’m going to...