ArcaMax

My friend Norma insisted I try this dinner, telling me it was the best salmon she had ever tasted. It was a recipe she’d received from her friend Sofi. After making it myself, I understood exactly what she meant.

I’ve adapted it here for a quick and easy salmon dinner that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. The secret lies in a simple yet vibrant...Read more

LOS ANGELES -- It was approaching noon on a recent Saturday and a small crowd was forming outside of Southern Girl Desserts, a now-closed cookie shop at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw shopping plaza.

"Are you here for Daisy's tour?" Each person asked as they approached the group. We introduced ourselves while we waited for host Daisy Miles to ...Read more

PITTSBURGH -- If you love the fiery kick of Buffalo sauce, chances are you’ve reached for it countless times over the years to sauce up wings served at a tailgate, or to add some oomph to one of Pittsburgh’s favorite party appetizers — Buffalo chicken dip.

The classic and irresistible pairing of fat and acid is nothing short of genius; ...Read more

A recent article in the New Yorker magazine made an observation that struck me like an olive of truth: Every generation since Hemingway's has revived the martini.

I like to think that my own discovery of the martini predated the current 'tini trend.

It was probably more than a few years ago, but not quite as many as several, that I suddenly ...Read more

Experience a surprise in your midday meal with Midday Mystery Egg Salad Wrap. The creaminess of the egg salad wrapped in a soft tortilla is as intriguing and satisfying as a midday mystery.

Ingredients 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Salt and pepper to taste 1 tortilla wrap Lettuce leaves for ...Read more

This vibrant veggie stir-fry is like a rainbow on your plate. It's a quick, healthful, and tasty solution to your midday hunger.

Ingredients: 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, etc.) 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tsp ginger 1 tsp garlic Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Heat the ...Read more

This speedy take on the classic Italian dessert, Tiramisu, is perfect for a quick yet elegant dessert. It’s a little bite of Italian heaven that's ready in no time.

Ingredients: 200g ladyfingers 1 cup espresso 1 cup mascarpone cheese 1/4 cup sugar Cocoa powder for dustingInstructions: Dip the ladyfingers briefly in ...Read more

Rise and shine with these vibrant and zesty breakfast tacos. It's a lively blend of classic breakfast ingredients tucked inside a warm tortilla.

Ingredients: 4 eggs 4 small flour tortillas 1/2 cup refried beans 1/2 cup shredded cheese 1/2 cup salsa Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Heat the refried beans and ...Read more

Spaetzle are tiny German dumplings that make a hearty and satisfying dish!Ingredients: 1 cup flour 2 eggs 1/4 cup milk SaltInstructions: Mix flour, eggs, milk, and salt to form a smooth batter.

Push the batter through a colander into boiling water.

Boil until they float to the surface, then drain.

...Read more

Imbibe the vibrant hues and flavors of the desert with this refreshing morning smoothie. Pleasing Prickly Pear Smoothie is a delightful start to any day.

Ingredients Prickly pear fruit Banana Coconut waterInstructions Blend the prickly pear, banana, and coconut water until smooth.

Serve chilled.

This smoothie...Read more

Just two years ago, Monarch Tractor was worth half a billion dollars and ready to shake up the wine industry. In April, it shut its headquarters, laid off its employees and sold its technology to a competitor.

The wine-country startup wanted to revolutionize the cultivation of grapes and other fruit with $100,000 robotractors, but the ...Read more

Journey to the East with these speedy lettuce wraps. They're a delightful combination of textures and flavors, all wrapped up in a crunchy lettuce leaf.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken or tofu 1 bell pepper 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 head of iceberg lettuce 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp sesame oil Salt and pepper to ...Read more

I love the light, savory sauces used in Vietnamese-style stir-fries. They’re a refreshing change from the heavier, thicker sauces often found in other versions.

For this quick meal, I use thinly sliced pork tenderloin and delicate dried rice noodles. The noodles and broccoli are briefly cooked together in boiling water for just three minutes...Read more

Relish the deep hues of sundown with Sundown Splendor Stuffed Bell Peppers. The combination of savory meat and rice stuffed into colorful bell peppers is as delightful and striking as a beautiful sundown.

Ingredients 4 bell peppers 1/2 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken) 1 cup cooked rice 1/4 cup grated cheddar ...Read more

Welcome the morning with a burst of flavor and energy. Sunshine Scramble is the embodiment of a radiant morning, scrambled to perfection in a pan.

Ingredients Eggs Cheddar cheese SaltInstructions Scramble the eggs in a pan until they're nearly cooked.

Sprinkle cheddar cheese and salt to taste.

Continue to...Read more

Experience the harmony of the daylight with Daylight Duet Pancakes and Syrup. This classic combination of fluffy pancakes drenched in sweet syrup sings a duet as harmonious as the daylight.

Ingredients 1 cup pancake mix 3/4 cup water Butter for the pan Maple syrup for serving Fresh berries for garnishInstructions ...Read more

These delightful German doughnuts are a sweet treat that can be whipped up in a jiffy!Ingredients: 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough Jam of your choice Powdered sugar for dustingInstructions: Flatten each biscuit and spoon a little jam in the center.

Fold the dough over the jam and seal the edges.

Fry until ...Read more

Begin your day with a soothing Japanese classic. Mesmerizing Miso Soup with Tofu is a humble, yet satisfying way to welcome the morning.

Ingredients Miso paste Tofu SeaweedInstructions Dissolve miso paste in hot water.

Add diced tofu and seaweed and let the flavors meld together.

This soup is a warm and ...Read more

Experience the harmony of the daybreak with Daybreak Duet French Toast. This classic dish of bread soaked in sweet egg mixture and fried to golden perfection sings a duet as harmonious as the break of day.

Ingredients 4 slices of bread 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon cinnamon Maple syrup for servingInstructions Beat the...Read more

This quick and easy hoisin tofu stir-fry is a flavorful and satisfying dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients: 1 block firm tofu, cubed 2 cups mixed vegetables 1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oilInstructions: Heat oil in a pan and add tofu, frying until golden.

Add vegetables and stir...Read more