This is the time of year when I begin preparing my favorite cold-weather foods, and African Peanut Stew is one of my top favorites. Aromatic and healthy, this vegan recipe is a standout that will warm you up on even the coldest days to come. This hearty stew goes together quickly, and most of the […]

This Crispy Fried Feta Egg Tortilla is one of those popular viral social media recipes. I tried it on a whim one day this summer, and now I make it for my breakfast (or supper) at least once a week. The eggs are fried over feta cheese until it’s all going golden, giving it a […]

I really look forward to apple season. I was raised in upstate New York on Lake Ontario where I was surrounded by apple orchards. Picking and storing apples, eating them every day practically year-round was a way of life, and I have never strayed from the habit of eating an apple every afternoon and cooking […]

Braised short ribs served with mashed potatoes is one of my top five cozy meals. I prefer this to roast beef or even steak. Whenever I make this entrée, it brings back the memory of a particularly festive evening many years ago when I was treated to an exemplary meal at Robinhood Meeting House in […]

This morning, I sat on the deck with my coffee and enveloped myself in the golden light of another September day. My thoughts went to the recipes I would write about this week. As always, I want to share food ideas that are simple and to the point. Fancy has its place in the world, […]

Here we are, in the gorgeous days of September, my favorite Maine month. If you are planning a weekend brunch while the corn, tomatoes, watermelon and peaches are still on, here is the menu for you. Both the entrée and the dessert can be made the day ahead, with the simple, unique salad (that is […]

The homemade lemonade I loved when I was a youngster has given way to this deliciously tart and oh-so-revitalizing lemon refresher. This drink can be served as a mocktail for grownups (it probably won’t be sweet enough for the kiddos), and if you want to add a shot of vodka or gin for a little […]

Although there’s normally a lovely ocean breeze here at the cove, it’s still been warmer than I like recently, so I haven’t been in the kitchen much. This week, I’m offering two easy, cooling salad recipes that can be prepped in the morning then left to chill in the refrigerator for serving later in the […]