I typically prefer my eggs "over medium," served with a side of greasy hash browns and some hearty sourdough, but these bite-sized smoked salmon frittatas are undeniably cuter than the standard diner breakfast and quite tasty. Served alongside a creamy chive sauce, these mini egg cups are a great option when hosting a weekend brunch, providing a rich balance of herbal flavors and saltiness that should appeal to just about everyone.
In the summer, I love the idea of whipping up a fresh fruit pie each time we entertain. But the reality is sometimes I just can't bring myself to hang out in a hot kitchen for the entire afternoon. For those times, I love serving ice cream sandwiches (you can see my other ...read more
Last Friday was one of those dreamy foggy days that makes everything feel a bit cozier and more fall-like. We spent a quiet early morning at home and then drove out to Venice for the opening of Blue Star Donuts (the first Los Angeles location for the famous Portland, Oregon-based ...read more
With Shark Week quickly approaching, I've been thinking of ways to up the ante for this year's viewing party. Shark-themed just-about-everything works for me, but I wanted to make a treat that would feel thematic without being so kitschy that it became unappealing. I settled on ...read more
As soon as local strawberries pop up at the farmers' market, I can't help envisioning them in summertime desserts - a classic tart, homemade-ice-cream-turned-bon-bons, or incorporated into a rhubarb pie. But when it comes to simple dishes that really let the strawberries remain ...read more