This recipe was passed on to me by my most fabulous friend. She’s the kind of girl who cooks in heels, never has a bad hair day and cleans like Mary Poppins*. Sometimes I wish I could be as fabulous as her, but I’m too lazy. Whether it’s a holiday party with cranberry martinis or … More Sarah’s Sexy Salmon
And we’re back! It has been far too long since my last post but how can you blame me? A week of kayaking, beach bumming, camping, relaxing and stuffing yourself with local food and drink from the Caribbean… can sidetrack you. Although my vacation was technically spent in America, the US Virgin Islands felt … More Bull’s Feet, A Beer and The Beach.
Spoondles is taking a hiatus from Los Angeles and traveling to the sunny island of St Croix. Check back for stories and updates about the beauty, culture and of course food, from my adventures in the Virgin Islands.
Photos courtesy of Jason Yeh A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of assisting Chef Andy Matsuda in a sushi making class at Sur La Table. Chef Matsuda has worked in the finest sushi bars and hotels in LA, Aspen and New York and has consulted for many fine japanese restaurants and sushi bars. … More Sushi with Chef Andy Matsuda
Bottega Louie 700 South Grand Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90017 Spoondle’s Rating: 7 This past weekend I went to the Kings vs. Canadiens hockey game at the Staples center downtown. After the game we decided to grab a bite at Bottega Louie. I’ve heard a lot about this Italian eatery, its on Jonathan Gold’s 99 … More Downtown Dining at Bottega Louie
I’m not saying I’m against gadgets. I love fun kitchen accessories as much as the next foodie. But you have to know where to draw the line, and when to close your wallet. Gadgets appeal to our insecure, shopaholic, lazy sides. Remember, you make the magic, not the gadget. This spaghetti measure with an adjustable … More Gadget of the Week- Spaghetti Measure
It’s here, it’s here, it’s finally here! Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland hit theaters today and guess whose seeing the 12:30 am showing? 3 things you must know about me: 1. Alice in Wonderland is my all time favorite Disney Movie (sorry Mary Poppins) 2. I am a huge tea fanatic 3. I love … More Tea with Alice
This weekend I had the chance to get out of Los Angeles and visit the town of Ojai with three of my girlfriends. We like to think of these retreats as a sort of Sex in the City episode, but in all honestly it’s usually more like Sex in the City meets Teenage Mutant Ninja … More Oh my, Ojai
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade, and use Chef’n FreshForce juicers to do it! I love these new juicers. They are powerful, efficient, and helpful for keeping seeds out of your food. Plus who doesn’t like fun and colorful gadgets in the kitchen? Citrus juice is great to use in cooking because it adds … More Gadget of the Week- Citrus Juicer
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