Raw Corn Salad with Roasted Peppers and Avocado
Yes it’s after Labor Day and school has started but summer isn’t over until I have to put a jacket on. Knowing Chicago that will …
Simple Tomato Salad
Sadly, we are nearing the end of summer in Chicago. Which is why I recommend running to your nearest farmers market and buying a …
Sweet Potato Pancakes with Ramp Pesto
Out with the old and in with the new! Well…kinda. One of the best things about the changing of seasons is being able to use …
Shaved Asparagus Salad
Asparagus is one spring’s most versatile ingredients. It can steamed, sautéed, stir-fried, baked, broiled, and even grilled. In this dish I decided to have some …
Ramp Ravioli with Lemon Oil
It’s finally that time…SPRING! I have waited months and months for the refreshing sight of green and bright vegetables and now it’s finally here! I …
Spanakopita
Not only do I take inspiration for my cooking from the change of seasons and the farmers’ markets, but I also take inspiration from the …
Cauliflower…Two Ways!
This is one of my favorite economical recipes that I’ve made recently. It allows you to use the same ingredients but prepared in two different …
Beet, Grapefruit, Avocado, Pickled Onion Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
For most of my professional culinary career I worked the garde manger station at various restaurants. The garde manger station primarily focuses on cold dishes …
Vegetarian on the Fly!
I am very lucky to have my cousin, who happens to be one of my best friends, in the same city as me. (I recently …
My New Love…Asian Pears!
One of the challenges of losing weight and keeping a healthy style is being able to change up with your diet. You want to try …
