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Engagement, A Time To Celebrate

November 14, 2011 by

The moment two people decide to spend the rest of their lives together is an increadibly significant time in a relationship.  It happens once (hopefully) but remains forever in the couple’s memory. It is momentous and deserves CELEBRATION.   The past few weeks I have had the honor of being a part of planning an [...]

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Holiday Feasts

November 2, 2011 by

Holiday memories, we all have them,  some good, and some bad. As long as I can remember, my holidays have been filled with the three F’s – family, friends, and food (some good and some definitely bad.) Although food and menus evolve, it has been my experience that we cannot always expect the cook to.  I AM [...]

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  Elizabeth Gamble Gardens is one of Palo Alto’s hidden treasures.  It is a non-profit horticultural foundation that lives on 2.5 acres in the heart of the city. The gardens surround a historical 1902 Colonial Revival home and a carriage house that can be used for events, set up, or simply for their aesthetic pleasure. [...]

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Simplicity

September 7, 2011 by

Some of the most artful foods, in my opinion, are the simplest to create.  A dish that takes hours of your time and often much frustration is the reason many cooks are discouraged from attempting new and challenging recipes.  I prefer simple. The above featured galette, is an age old French creation that always pleases [...]

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