Local Seafood
Now that we’ve passed Memorial Day and with it, the unofficial start of summer, that means local seafood is in full swing. There is no...
California Asparagus
California asparagus is back in season and it is one of my favorite vegetables. Peak season is March through June so we will have them...
Olive Oil
Recently there has been much talk about a New York Times opinion column on olive oil. Here is a link to the story:...
Today Show Appearance
In case you missed it, you can view my segment from this morning on the Today Show with Hoda and Jenna Bush here. #todayshow #television...
California Specialty Citrus
As much as I love all food, there is one piece of produce that I wait all year to get my hands on: the Heirloom Navel Orange. I...
Fresh Year, Fresh Kitchen
Happy New Year! Over the past year, we’ve all made our fair share of food purchasing mistakes. You’ve most likely seen your pantry grow...
Christmas Prime Rib Roast
Of course, a classic Christmas dinner is not complete without a prime rib roast. Or more specifically a standing rib roast. Because, to...
Butternut Squash
A few years ago while shooting a television show for NBC I spent a day with Peter Martin and Jacob Beyler at Martin Farms, in Brockport,...
Thanksgiving Tips
It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is already just around the corner. To help you start planning here are some tips to help you for...
Pears
To some, a pear is an apple’s ugly step-sister. They start to appear in stores around the time New York apples do. Most of the United...