Bathtub Gin Cocktail
I like to take baths and I like gin. I also like the notion of Prohibition-era people making their own hooch in the largest vessel in their apartment, the bathtub. I also love Dorothy Parker and though she may think this drink is a tad girly, I’m hoping that she’s looking down from her Round…
Cardamom Rice Pudding with Golden Raisins and Mango
When I land in the nursing home, I want you all to do me a big favor (I’m looking directly at my nephews Bennett and Harrison) and please make sure you give this recipe to the cooks. In my diapered, toothless state of decay I would much rather eat this glorious version of rice pudding…
Surf and Turf Kabobs with Spicy Sesame Butter
Let’s pretend it’s 1965, you’re wearing a fabulous muumuu poolside and a man who eerily looks like Don Draper is making Mai Tais. Your friends are coming over, you probably have Don Ho playing in the background and you need something to nosh on at this fabulous make-believe party. I’m thinking Ramake, Crab Rangoon, a…
Veracruz-Style Grilled Fish (Pescado Veracruzano)
Nothing says summertime more than whole fish on the grill, accompanied by some fresh veggies, salsas, and various ecoutrements. If you can manage to get a pretty backdrop of the ocean, some cold adult beverages and a beautiful sunset, I’d say you’ve got life figured out my friend. The tomato-based sauce for this fish is…
