Tuscan Chicken with Grilled Onions and Tomatoes

One Installment of Food Exotica This was quite the weekend of exotic eating. Our friend Harry O came for a short vacation with his friend Connie. We ate and drank our way from one end of Chicago to the other. A good time was had by all....

Lemon Gelato

Inspiration I needed a kick in the butt this morning. Yep, me too. We all need a kick in the pants sometimes. We need to review why we are doing what we are doing. We need to be re-inspired. We need to fuel our passion for serving our ...

Chicken Enchilada Chopped Salad

The Reception Speech I was ready to give this man a standing ovation. I was poised at the edge of my chair for the last 30% of his speech. I was ready to lead the audience in a series of rousing cheers. Now, let me tell you the rest of the story...

Open Face Chicken Mole Sandwiches

Vacation Highlights I promised I’d write about the highlights of my vacation. Some of the things I rate as “highlights” might surprise you. (I guess you are getting to know the real me.) The first highlight I have to share is the ...

Grilled Haddock with Mexican Slaw

The Impending Disaster There were over 180 reported tornadoes over the weekend. For those who had their roofs torn off or their houses destroyed, my heart goes out to them. I’m looking out my office window today at the blowing winds ...