When Lauren Palmer, the editor of The Art of Living Beautifully asked me to develop a grapefruit guacamole recipe for the summer issue of the magazine, I was skeptical. The inherit problem with grapefruit is their intense bitterness. As I thought about the combination, I began to get really excited. The key to a ... Read more
Thanksgiving is finally here and the holiday season has officially begun! I thought I would share my family's favorite side dishes that I will be preparing this year for our Thanksgiving table. The turkey is always the star of the show; for information on roasting the perfect turkey see my instructions at The Art of ... Read more
I am thrilled to say that you are invited to a fall dinner party featuring flavors from the markets of Provence. I've only been back from the heart of Provence a few days and my soul is bursting with inspiration I will soon share with guests of this magnificent event. I have partnered with Lauren ... Read more
February is the month for chocolate. Lauren Palmer at The Art of Living Beautifully asked me to assemble a list of the very best chocolate bites McKinney has to offer. As you know, some projects are more difficult that others and this truly was a labor of love. If you know me at all you ... Read more
It has been a real pleasure working with Lauren Palmer and The Art of Living Beautifully this year. When she asked me for my December recipe I couldn't resist sharing the meal that finds its way to our Christmas table every year. Beef filets are so easy and fast to cook, making them the perfect ... Read more
