by Josie | May 24, 2022 | Cheese, Chicken, Citrus, Gluten Free, Herbs, Nuts, Quinoa, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Salad Dressing, Salads, Spices, Uncategorized, Vegan Option
There are quite a lot of components in this salad, which is why it’s so enjoyable. Grilled chicken, chilled, sliced on the bias served over tricolored seasoned quinoa with oven roasted spring asparagus and roasted julienne dill carrots, along side oven roasted...
by Josie | May 21, 2022 | Chilis, Citrus, Condiments, Gluten Free, Herbs, Noodles, Nuts, Pesto, Pistou, Recipes, Spices, Vegan, Vegetarian
The other day, I had a several bunches of cilantro, mint and Thai basil that needed to be concocted into something good and green. Someone mentioned noodles for dinner, so I made this garlicky citrusy herb pistou, tossed it with rice noodles, house made crisp chili,...
by Josie | May 21, 2022 | Chilis, Condiments, Gluten Free, Recipes, Spices
One of our absolute favorite condiments is this flavorful, not so spicy condiment. Typically this is used with stir fry dishes, rice dishes, soups, curries, tempeh, tofu, meats and seafood. The other day, I had a several bunches of cilantro, mint and Thai basil and...
by Josie | Jan 26, 2022 | Chicken, Citrus, Gluten Free, Health Benefits, Herbs, Recipes, Salads, Spices, Vegan Option
On days when you need to just sit and relax and enjoy a bountiful bowl of exquisite flavors … nuff said. What days don’t you need to do this? It happens more often in a week than I like to think about. It’s completely worth it to take the time one...
by Josie | Jan 12, 2022 | Citrus, Curry, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free, Herbs, Legume, Recipes, Soup, Spices, Vegan Option
This is a simpler version of the Moroccan lentil soup we offer on our menu rotation. It comes together quickly and results in a creamy, colorful soup inspired by spice profiles found in Moroccan cooking. The soup itself is vegan, so the meatballs can be an optional...
by Josie | Dec 25, 2021 | Chicken, Citrus, Dairy, Gluten Free, Nuts, Recipes, Seeds, Spices, Uncategorized
Another Bay Area story … When I lived in San Francisco, a friend recommended a restaurant to my sister for our Sunday brunch. It was Guaymas, located in Tiburon on the water. I’m not sure if it’s there any longer, but it should be. It was...
