I learned early on in my life that one of the many ways to express my love for others was through food. I observed my grandmothers, my mother, and my aunts making life just a little more tolerable during trying times with edible gifts. Perhaps it was making a favorite meal or cake for a […]
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Japanese Cucumber Salad
Japanese cucumber salad is a crunchy, refreshing side that is the perfect accompaniment to spicy BBQ, grilled burgers, or fish tacos. A touch of mirin, rice vinegar and a little...
Cobia Provencal with Tomatoes, Basil and Capers
Cobia is a firm white fish that is buttery and has a mild flavor. This recipe for cobia Provencal with tomatoes, basil and capers, demonstrates how well this versatile flaky...
Risi e Bisi
Risi e bisi , rice and peas, is a classic dish from Venice, and it has many variations. My variation on risi e bisi modifies this traditional Italian dish of...
Mahogany Chicken Wings
Wings!!! Any way you cook them, chicken wings are a crowd pleaser. They are great to serve for a meal or for an appetizer. Mahogany chicken wings are baked, rather than...
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Best of Sur le Plat Recipes 2020
After this challenging year filled with so much uncertainty and anxiety, we are all hoping that 2021 brings with it an abundance and infusion of fresh energy to our kitchens and renewal of our spirit. It is always fun to look back at the recipes that appealed to my loyal followers. In addition to posting […]
Jolly Holiday Edible Food Gifts
Since we don’t plan on entertaining much during this COVID holiday season, curbside delivery or mailing edible food gifts are the best way to express our love to family, friends, and neighbors. My friends and I have practiced edible gift-giving for years and refer to these gifts as consumables. “No gifts please, we don’t need […]
Giving Thanks for Family Traditions
Thanksgiving conjures many positive memories for me of family and friends, seductive aromas and upholding time tested and honored traditions in the kitchen. My earliest memories are of gathering at my grandparent’s home for the Thanksgiving holiday. I fondly recall the rush of aunts, uncles, and cousins tumbling into my grandmother’s home, shedding coats and […]