La Candela

Sick of Italian, Mexican, Greek?  Check out La Candela in Hicksville for some awesome Peruvian food.  La Candela is a family run restaurant.  These mouth watering dishes come straight from Peru where Elizabeth Paulino first learned to cook with her grandmother.  I love supporting small, family restaurants especially when the food is authentic.   My […]

Beef Lo Mein – a 30 Minute Meal!

I recently joined Blue Apron and came across this fantastic recipe for Sesame Beef Lo Mein – and it turned out so well that I just had to share it. Here is what you will need: 1 1b of lean ground beef 1/2 lb of Lo Mein noodles 6-8 small Shishito peppers 4 heaping tablespoons […]

Krisch’s Restaurant is Worth Every Calorie

Krisch’s Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlour is a staple in Massapequa.  Stepping into the restaurant is like taking a step back in time.  The entrance is lined with mouthwatering chocolate treats that are impossible to pass up.  If you have to wait for a table, purchasing a few of these confectionary masterpieces is an awesome […]

Healthy Minestrone Soup

I just made this soup for lunch today and it is delicious and healthy. I made a few changes so, here is my version.

Chili Lime Chicken or Salmon

This is an easy dish that everyone enjoys!

Corned Beef and Cabbage Eggrolls

Not that long ago I was at a restaurant and had the most delicious Corned Beef and Cabbage Egg Rolls ever. I was determined to copy them but simply never had enough time – until today. Sure, why not use every pot and pan in the kitchen on a glorious Labor Day? Having 100 things […]

3 Ingredient Dinner: Grilled Lemon Dill Salmon

Here’s a 3 ingredient dinner you can ready in under 20 minutes. Pair it with a salad or grilled veggie. If you have time, I love pairing it with asparagus and lemon risotto.

Tomato Corn Pie

Summer is the season to take advantage of your local farmers’ market. Are you inspired by the piles of fresh tomatoes, sweet corn and shiny peppers in every color of the rainbow? Use the season’s bounty in these healthy recipes from Eating...