Good food feeds the soul
So, what would you suggest cooking up when you’re staring at 22-pounds of fire-roasted tomatoes, a half a bag of carrots, and a couple of roasted red peppers? For me, it screams time for Fire-Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper Soup. Soup is one of my …
I think today is comfort food day. I’m not having a down day but I am feeling just a little nostalgia and need a little comfort. And while so many comfort foods do give me a warm fuzzy feeling, I find nothing works as well …
I’ve been a little remiss lately on getting a blog topic written for Simply Sophisticated. I really don’t have a great excuse other than the fact that I’ve enjoyed summer, fun times and getting ready to make a trip to Italy. I have to admit …
I know I’ve mentioned the farmer’s market many times but I’m going to say once again how much I love going and this past weekend was no exception. The atmosphere is always so happy, warm and positive, filled with people who love fresh food and …
Summertime! Warm days finished with flashes of lighting and loud cracks of thunder. Gem-colored petunias heavily scenting the air on my balcony, cascading in a riot of color over the railing. People splashing in the pool and the smells from the grill wafting gently up …
I love starting out the day with delicious little bites of food. It just gets me going to open the day with wonderful tastes and flavors. Recently I tried the souffles at Panera Bread and thought them to be quite yummy. So yummy, that I …
Summer is finally here and I love sandwiches in the summer. They can go anywhere. On a hike…to watch jazz in the park…by the pool…on a road trip…so many places. It’s the portability! I love portable food. Not to mention the versatility of sandwiches. You …
We love tapas! Lovely little bites or small plates of food that just explode with multiple flavors when you pop them in your mouth. Tapas can be made of anything, they’re just complete bites of food, kinda like horderves. Tapas are served in Spain at …
It’s hard to believe Memorial Day is already here. My hubby laughs every time I say “it seems like this year is flying by.” But it does! The end of May is almost here and I feel like the year just got started. It’s almost …
I recently ordered a salad for the first time at Chipotle’s Mexican Grill and discovered a bit more of heaven on earth. The house dressing they give with the salad is just wonderful. It’s a wonderfully light and spicy vinaigrette that I just wanted more of. …