Joya Restaurant and Lounge in Palo Alto, California presents a showcase of modern Latin cuisine. Joya, (Spanish pronunciation – ho-ya) means jewel, and this is surely a jewel of a restaurant! We had the privilege of dining with the personal selections and recommendations from their talented Sous Chef, Brian Grebow. Being a long time family friend, we were extremely impressed with his culinary prowess and artistic … Read more A Showcase of Modern Latin Cuisine!
This Season brings you the Tropics – Mango & Papaya!
I love tropical fruits! And this season brings you the best from the tropics – Mango & Papaya! Although available all year long, they are the best in the summer season. My vegetable drawer was filled with a variety of shitake and crimini mushrooms needing to be used along with some leftover caramelized onions. So off to search for a way to combine them with my perfectly … Read more This Season brings you the Tropics – Mango & Papaya!
This quick & easy dessert is Sensational!
Having too many peaches ripen on my tree at once put me in need of some new peach recipes. I searched online and found this recipe for a Peach Dutch Baby with Blueberry Sauce and had to try it. It was a quick & easy dessert that is sensational! Most of the ingredients were items I already had on hand making it an even easier selection. The … Read more This quick & easy dessert is Sensational!
Our Top Rated Restaurant in Cabo!
Hands down, Edith’s was our top rated restaurant in Cabo! We enjoyed many wonderful meals at a diverse group of restaurants, but all six in our group voted Edith’s as our top pick. The ambiance was devine, the service; spectacular and the food was incredible. I found Edith’s to offer the best all around experience from beginning to end! In 1977, at the age of 15, Edith started … Read more Our Top Rated Restaurant in Cabo!
Authentic Mexican Food in a Tranquil Setting
Another stop along our Cabo adventure was a restaurant called Los Tres Gallos, offering authentic Mexican food in a tranquil setting. I was immediately enamored by their open kitchen where they were making homemade tortillas. It stood behind a long tile counter of terra cotta bowls filled with an assortment of local dried peppers creating an authentic atmosphere. The entire restaurant was outdoors and the setting … Read more Authentic Mexican Food in a Tranquil Setting
Farm to Table in Cabo San Lucas!
One of my favorite stops in Cabo San Lucas was our visit to Flora Farm for Sunday brunch. Flora Farm is a ten-acre organic farm in the foothills of the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico. It was about a 45 minute drive from our hotel and the directions were easy to follow. We elected to rent a car for the … Read more Farm to Table in Cabo San Lucas!
The Most Romantic Restaurant In Cabo San Lucas
We dined at many wonderful restaurants during our recent trip to Cabo San Lucas. The selection was varied and offered us a unique experience at each location. Nothing could top the Sunset Da Mona Lisa for setting and beauty. It is clearly the most romantic restaurant in Cabo San Lucas! Giammarco Vela moved his family from Italy in 2002 to open the Sunset Da Mona … Read more The Most Romantic Restaurant In Cabo San Lucas
A Winner! Peach & Thyme Polenta Tart
I love peach season. Especially when I have fresh white peaches from my own tree. However, my peaches all get ripe at the same time so I find myself scrambling to find as many interesting peach recipes as possible to make the most of this delicious fruit. I came across this Peach & Thyme Polenta Tart at one of my favorite food blogs, the kitchn, and tried … Read more A Winner! Peach & Thyme Polenta Tart
Better than Southern Italy and much closer to Home
Maruizio’s, an authentic Italian restaurant in downtown Morgan Hill, CA is better than Southern Italy and much closer to home! It is casual & friendly and exactly what you would expect to find in a neighborhood restaurant in Italy. Maurizio, the owner and chef, began his studies of the restaurant business at the age of 15 in Bari, Italy and quickly rose to the top of his … Read more Better than Southern Italy and much closer to Home
5 Stars for “South of Nick’s” in San Clemente!
This is going to be a restaurant that I dream about at night! I am in love with “South of Nick’s” in San Clemente. There was not one flaw in any part of our experience there. The decor, the ambiance, the service and the food are all to die for! Here are some pics to give you a sense of the ambiance and decor: … Read more 5 Stars for “South of Nick’s” in San Clemente!