Bruschetta, a classic Italian antipasta consisting of grilled bread rubbed with fresh garlic and topped with drizzled olive oil, tomato and fresh basil. Bruschetta toppings are endless depending on your tastes; mashed fava beans, various meats and cheeses or a combination of all, either way it is very delicious and quick to prepare. Also a…
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Burger Joint at Le Parker Meridien Hotel New York City
As much as I love to cook, I love to experience various restaurants in New York City and get some inspirations for new recipes. New York City has so many wonderful restaurants. You can eat out every day of the year and still not eat in every restaurant out there on this magnificent island of…
Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles with Fresh Berries & Whipped Cream
There is no better scent to wake up to than freshly made waffles (or anything freshly baked) from your kitchen. The aromatic scent can wake even the hardest person to wake up in the morning. Add in some freshly brewed coffee and you will feel like you are in the most romantic Bed &…
It’s “Frites” Week (French Fries)
It’s “Frites” week. So what are frites?Well, they are French fries in French, meaning, these delicious potatoes are fried. But I will show you how to make delicious “Frites” style potatoes that are baked and seasoned just right that you won’t miss your fried potatoes. Really. Trying to cut back on calories and saturated…
Navarin of Lamb with Root Vegetables
Even though my blog is mainly based on quick recipes I sometimes like to shake things up and share a recipe that can be simmering on the stove for hours. Just the aroma alone will make any person in that home happy because it screams, comfort, amazing flavor and home cooked meal. This is…
Delicious & Cheesy French Onion Soup!!!!
Soup is one of my favorite meals. Any type will do and depending on my mood; it can be either a hot or cold soup. Soup is always packed with fresh vegetables and so much flavor, how can I go wrong? Since today was a warm, January day, although it rained, I decided to…
Healthy Baked Chicken Salad
Here is a healthy, tasty, time and money saving recipe that will help you stay right on track with your new year resolution. It is made with baked chicken, romaine lettuce, kale, haricot verts, mango, grapes and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Now, you may be asking, how is this easy and time…
Crepes With Strawberries And Bananas
You don’t need a special occasion to eat this beautiful meal. I believe that every meal is a special occasion and should be treated so. Make your place setting pretty and inviting. Use cloth napkins, your good tableware, maybe even some flowers or candles on the table. And who says you need anyone else there…
Croissant With Egg
Today is Valentines Day, a day for love. So I decided to treat myself to a lovely, festive breakfast, an over easy egg, sitting on spinach, topped with some Gruyere melted cheese, all nestled beautifully inside a buttery croissant! Happy Valentines Day to me! To continue the celebration of my day, I will now go…
CLASSIC FRENCH MUSSELS
Cooking with wine enhances the flavor of the food and brings out the richness of all the flavors. Preparing mussels in white wine is a classic French dish that is very easy to prepare yet so elegant. Serve this with some crusty bread for dunking into the delicious sauce, serve with some white wine…
Yvette's Gourmet Kitchen 