Basil Artichoke "just in case" dip
The fastest, most flavorful dip that can be thrown together in moments and still makes an unexpected guest feel like you've gone out of your way for them...which is the point isn't it?
Read MoreBelle Vie
Soon to be a neighborhood favorite for locals in West LA
Read MorePeach Jameson from this year's peaches
During this peach season, consider updating your Jameson to a fruity flavor. Super simple, just takes a little time and some peaches!
Read More2001 Bond Estates, Matriarch
Premium Selection (because you deserve it)
Read More2014 Hanzell Sebella, Sonoma Coast AVA
Wine under $40
Read MoreCava Grill
Finally a worthy Mediterranean addition to the fast casual trend!
Read More2015 Banshee Rosé, Mendocino County
Wine under $20
Read MoreCarry On Cocktail Kit - Gin/Vodka & Tonic
Craft cocktails at 30,000 feet.
Read MoreCandied Grapefruit Peel
Candied citrus peel is a great way to use up extra peel after making Grapefruit Marmalade and makes a great garnish for cocktails.
Read MoreJinya Ramen Bar
Stands out in a very crowded ramen marketplace.
Read MorePlata Taqueria & Cantina
Unique margaritas that are worth the drive.
Read MoreAugust 27, 2016 with Shannon Griffin & Presqu'ile Wine
Our third Supper Club event of 2016 was this past Saturday and AGAIN, it was a rousing success! Chef Shannon Griffin created a lovely meal with her twin brother Sean assisting. We all had out favorites but mine was the Bucatini Pasta with sausage!
-Snacks-
Hamachi Crudo
Persian cucumber, yogurt, marash pepper
Rustic Sourdough Crostini
tomato agrodolce, burrata
-Family Style-
Roasted Beets
grains, apples, goat cheese, arugula
Bucatini Pasta
pork & fennel sausage, swiss chard, pangrattato
Slow Cooked Ora King Salmon
creamed corn, poblano, pistachio
Smoked Beef Short Ribs
garlic-chili broccolini, horseradish gremolata, crème fraiche
-Dessert-
Fresh Figs & Mascarpone
orange blossom honey, salted almonds, basil
Presqu'ile Wines came and lent us the very talented Matt for the evening to tell us all about grapes, terroir, and wine-making in Santa Maria. We started off with their Sparkling Blanc de Blancs followed by the Pinot Noir Rose, the Chardonnay and finishing off with the Pinot Noir. A delightful set of wines and many of our eat+drink-ers went home with a bottle or two under their arms.
Always fun and games at a Supper Club event. Someone has kidnapped Ed the Gnome! We haven't received a ransom letter yet but we're sure it will arrive soon. We need proof that he's alive!
Gourmet au Bay (Bodega Bay, CA)
Woodfired goodies are the highlight of the casual wine bar on the coast.
Read MorePono Burger
Great hamburger, Hawaiian-style in a funky, Quonset hut space.
Read MoreR&D Kitchen
Great food without the fuss.
Read MoreGrapefruit and Smoked Sea Salt Marmalade
Salt and smoke really rev up an average Marmalade in this recipe from Food and Wine.
Read MoreThe Willows Inn on Lummi Island
A locavore treasure, only available to those that like to travel for their food.
Read MoreLidia's Favorite Recipes
This is my go to cookbook for meatballs and any basic home Italian cooking.
Read MoreGjelina: Cooking from Venice, CA
A gorgeous cookbook to have and to hold. This book takes guts to conquer the recipes.
Read Morethe a.o.c. cookbook
A beautiful cookbook that challenges me as a home cook, but the payoff is remarkable.
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