Crushed Fig and Prosciutto Crostini

Crushed Fig and Prosciutto Crostini

This crostini topped with jammy mashed up figs, salty prosciutto, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze is a take on one of my favorite bites at Locanda. Simple, sublime, and perfect party food.

High Five Fridays: Summer Grilling

High Five Fridays: Summer Grilling

Fire up the Barbie! Honey Chipotle BBQ Chicken, Sweet-Sour Balsamic-Glazed Ribs, the Best Potato Salad Ever, Grilled Reuben Dogs, Bourbon Cream Root Beer Floats. We've got a long grilling season ahead of us...

7 Essential Lessons I Learned at San Francisco Cooking School

7 Essential Lessons I Learned at San Francisco Cooking School

Deep from the trenches of San Francisco Cooking School -- here's a peek into my experience and a few essential lessons I've learned.

The Slanted Door {Giveaway}

The Slanted Door {Giveaway}

Enter to win a $100 gift certificate to The Slanted Door in San Francisco! Shaking Beef come to momma..

Unicorn Poop

Unicorn Poop

Best sh*t ever...

Asparagus Salad with Eggs Mimosa

Asparagus Salad with Eggs Mimosa

Perfect for showcasing sweet spring asparagus, this salad is topped with a beautiful garnish of eggs mimosa.

Antonio Lee: The Chef, The Legend, The Grandpa

Antonio Lee: The Chef, The Legend, The Grandpa

A tribute to my Gong Gong...and the recipe for his famous crispy, crackling skinned Chinese Fried Chicken (Ja Jee Gai).

Irish Cream Cream Puffs for St. Patrick’s Day

Irish Cream Cream Puffs for St. Patrick’s Day

A St. Paddy’s Day treat fit for a classy leprechaun. Green for good luck. Stuffed with Irish Cream Cream for deliciousness.

House of Cards: Politics, Power, and BBQ Ribs

House of Cards: Politics, Power, and BBQ Ribs

Save me. I'm buried under a House of Cards.

Home Is Where the Heart Is

Home Is Where the Heart Is

Enjoy a special dinner made with love at home this Valentine’s Day. All the fancy, none of the fuss: heart-shaped Beet and Goat Cheese Napoleon Salad, Salmon with Dill Beurre Blanc, and Braised Fennel with Pancetta.