Author Archives: myculinaryjoy

Naturally decadent in taste yet filled with miraculously healthy Omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is truly a super food. While delicious roasted, sauteed, or poached, I believe salmon is best eaten raw and finds its true calling in salmon tartare. My recipe … Continue reading →

Back when I was a vegetarian (I know, shocking!), eggplant was a staple of my diet. Meaty, super versatile and filling, I found myriad ways to prepare my favorite vegetable. Whether it’s part of a salad, a side dish or an entrée, … Continue reading →

NO – I haven’t yet given up on my New Year’s resolutions! But what you may not realize about me is that when it comes to little kids… I’m kind of a pushover! This past weekend, we made last-minute plans … Continue reading →

Happy New Year! If you’re anything like me, you too will be trying to transcend the indulgences of the past few weeks with light and detoxifying fare. This refreshing ceviche recipe highlights the fruity power of the aji amarillo, a Peruvian yellow … Continue reading →

Baking is one of the great pleasures of the holiday season. To elevate your cookie selection, add my Chocolate Snowballs to your repertoire. Gooey, chocolatey and bite-sized, these will be a hit with all your fellow revelers. MAKE YOUR OWN … Continue reading →

Have you ever wondered how you can make that perfect roast chicken – crispy, golden brown skin, moist breast and superb flavor? Well, click here to learn how!

Mmmm…. Meatloaf! Who doesn’t enjoy this simple, yet comforting, American classic? For me, the best meatloaf is moist on the inside, crusty on the outside and deeply flavored with a balance of sweet and savory tang. My recipe below, adapted from … Continue reading →

Crispy exterior with a soft and satisfying interior, latkes are the quintessential Chanukah treat. With the eight days of Chanukah (the Jewish festival of rededication and lights) beginning on December 8, we celebrate the miracle that the oil needed for … Continue reading →

Every day, we become more and more aware of the connection between food and well-being. And nowhere is this link more clearly explored and articulated than in ancient Chinese medicine. In my search to find an acupuncturist and tap into … Continue reading →

Butternut squash… My favorite fall vegetable and the perfect accompaniment to a Thanksgiving meal. Naturally sweet yet versatile enough to shine in savory preparations, butternut squash belongs on your holiday table. While I enjoy it roasted, mashed and even grilled, … Continue reading →