Corned beef and cabbage and ? That’s a question many of us face each March 17 as we plan a St. Patrick’s Day meal. Corned beef and cabbage are part of the Irish-American tradition. In …[READ MORE]
“The most delicious fruit known to men” is how Mark Twain described the tropical cherimoya, or custard apple, native to the Andean highland valleys of Ecuador, Peru and Chile. Long a favorite of those who’ve …[READ MORE]
Dydd Gwyl Dewi hapus! Or, to those loyal readers who don’t read Welsh, happy St. David’s Day. March 1 is celebrated by Welsh, expats, and friends the world around as St. David’s Day. St. David …[READ MORE]
The full moon on Feb. 28 marks the end of the traditional two week period of Asian New Year celebrations. Dating back to the Han Dynasty, the Lantern Festival is held on the evening of …[READ MORE]
Got a tiger in the house? This past weekend, many Southern Californians celebrated the Asian New Year. On Feb. 12, 2010, the Year of the Tiger was ushered in with fireworks, family gatherings, and feasting. …[READ MORE]
Last week’s column on kale inspired an outpouring on kale recipes and tips from my friends. Pine nuts, dried fruit and coconut milk were all suggested as perfect companions for this healthy leafy green. The …[READ MORE]
If you stop and take a close look at the bunches of green leafy vegetables piled high at the Tuesday afternoon Culver City Farmers Market, you’ll see more delicate Russian red kale and deep blue …[READ MORE]
Blood Orange and Fennel Salad (serves 4) 2 medium fennel bulbs, finely sliced crosswise 1 T. fresh blood orange juice 2 T. olive oil 1/4 t. salt 1/4 t. black pepper 4 blood oranges Place …[READ MORE]
Neither wind nor rain nor sleet nor hail will cancel the Tuesday afternoon Culver City Farmers Market. While there are several days of rain predicted this week, the only thing predictable about the weather is …[READ MORE]
Farmer’s Market Recipes Cauliflower soup (serves 4-6) 1 firm head fresh cauliflower. 1/4 c. onion, more or less to taste 1/4 – 1/2 c. fat-free sour cream approx. 3/4 c. milk slight dash/pinch curry powder …[READ MORE]
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