In 2023 Ramadan and Spring Equinox will come along side by side. The Spring Equinox is usually on either March 19th, 20th, or 21st. This year it falls on Monday, March 20, 2023. The day and night will be equal in lenghth on this day, beckoning a time of renewal and growth. As it is…
Did you know that the mini cabbage like Brussel Sprouts are from the cabbage family called the Gemmifera Group of cabbages? It’s grown for its edible buds and we think it got it’s name for being popular in Brussels Belgium. So, instead of the expected cabbage, I’m serving a miniature version, Brussel Sprouts. My Brussel…
March 14th is Pi Day in the United States. It’s the annual celebration of the mathematical constant π. Pi Day is observed on March 14 since 3, 1, and 4 are the first three significant digits of π. We celebrate with pie eating because of the circular nature of the pie coincidentally the Pi is…
It’s All Souls’ Day or in the Latin world Day of the Dead. Also termed, Dia de los Muertos, it’s a day that families devote to remembering those that have passed away. Colorful alters are created in rememberance. Outsiders may feel that the theme of death, dress up, make up and skulls are dark and…
I know that the Easter table usually involves some kind of lamb or roast, but Easter arrives in the Spring when most people like it down to light and airy Sunday brunch. My recipe today is more for that Sunday brunch, or afternoon lunch/tea. The Southwestern Salmon Salad on Avocado can be served any time…
Ok, I’m behind on the St. Patrick’s Day post. I hope everyone had a fun and very green St. Patrick’s Day. This post is about the day after St. Patrick’s, when you are hung over and you have left over corned beef. Spring is arriving a little slowly around here and Nor’easter storms are still…
Since Valentine’s Day is coming up in a few days, I thought it was time to do a breakfast recipe. While everyone else is planning their Valentine’s Dinner at the end of the day this Wednesday night, you can easily surprise your special person with a special breakfast first thing in the morning.What to do…
Some years ago, while walking the beaches of Barcelona we came across a beach shack with the best Patatas Bravas I had tasted since tapas “hopping” in Barcelona. Million Dollar views, sound of serenity and taste buds that were aroused. Not since then had I found Patatas Bravas that could meet the match until James…