This recipe for Spanish Tapas Salad was inspired by a 3-week trip to Spain I took a while back. We started in Barcelona and then took trains to Valencia, Granada, Torremolinos, Seville, and Madrid. It was magical and it is still one of my very favorite countries for its history, rich culture, and laid-back atmosphere. There are tapas bars and tavernas everywhere where they … [Read more...]
Spinach Salad with Pumpkin Seed Oil Dressing
I brought a colorful Halloween Spinach Salad with Pumpkin Seed Oil Dressing to an October potluck. To spook up the spinach leaves, I added orange and gold bell peppers, red onions, radishes, and pumpkin seeds and displayed the salad in an orange bowl. Enjoy this recipe. Have you ever tried pumpkin seed oil? Pumpkin seed oil has many benefits and … [Read more...]
Chilled Green Melon and Champagne Soup
A little champagne can't hurt . . . right? But have you ever made soup out of it? This cold fruit soup made with champagne, green melon, and citrus juices is delightful on a warm day. Enjoy this recipe If you want an alternative to mimosas for an elegant and leisurely breakfast or brunch try this elegant green melon and champagne cold soup recipe. … [Read more...]
Chinese Longevity Soup
Bama, China is known for its large population of centenarians and is considered to be a longevity hotspot according to the book, The Blue Zones. One of the secrets of many of the residents' long lives is their longevity soup. It's made with flavorful locally grown vegetables and fermented miso. The recipe below is a combination of … [Read more...]
Caribbean Style Guacamole
Get into a tropical mood at your next get-together or picnic with this astoundingly delicious Caribbean Guacamole recipe. Enjoy this recipe! Guacamole is always a party favorite, especially when the weather is warm, but why not try it with a little tropical mango thrown in to give it a little twist? There's guacamole and then there is KILLER guacamole. This … [Read more...]
