Tag Archives: holiday cooking

Valentine’s Day: Don’t Be A Dummy

Back in the days of my restaurant, Goldie’s by the Bridge, we used to brand some holidays as “dummies’ day-out”. Valentine’s Day was the queen of them all. These are occasions when people who don’t usually dine out, do. These … Continue reading

Posted in Restaurant Dining, Wine | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments

Pay Attention During the Holidays & You Won’t Gain a Pound.

Here’s a disturbing fact: According to a recent Weight Watchers report, the average American gains around 7-10 pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. Now I don’t know if I totally buy this fact, but just in case, here are … Continue reading

Posted in Restaurant Dining, Wine | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Thanksgiving Planning

Thinkin’ Thin. Rethink some of your classic turkey day preparations. These traditional dishes are classically laden with butter, cream, and sugar which translate to saturated fat and calories. Make some small changes; your family won’t even miss the old ways! … Continue reading

Posted in Healthful Living | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Perfect Passover Dish

Anyone who knows me, knows that one of my kitchen staples is Quinoa. I eat this “miracle food” about three times a week- at all times of the day! What you may not know is that Quinoa is it’s kosher … Continue reading

Posted in Quick Meals, The Home Kitchen | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment