Indulge your senses with the perfect Charcuterie Board. Who can resist the allure of a beautifully curated cheeseboard? Whether you call it...

There is something magical about a perfect dinner party.  Ultimately the magic happens when a great group of people gather at your house for...

Hubby and I recently visited another wine country gem called B Cellars in Oakville.  It is nestled within some of the world's most cele...

A short drive from our house is the world-renowned wine growing region of Napa Valley that has over 400 award winning wineries that are yet ...

Winter is in full swing in the SF Bay Area with chilly temperatures, yet our encouraging rain fall in December has dried up.  I am praying t...

These Warm   Spicy Honey & Bacon Figs are a quick tasty appetizer that takes minutes to make and will WOW your guests.  Enjoy w...

I know, it has been WAY too long since I have been posting.  I have been super busy and loving Instagram as my social media platform. W...

Welcome to Tasting Guide!   A new blog series highlighting some of my favorite wineries.  I can travel to most wineries within 75 minut...

Hello ASG friends!  I have been a bit M.I.A. lately.  A lot has gone on in the last month and half.

There is something extraordinary about a perfect deviled egg.   This week's Friday Night Bites certainly hit utopia in the devile...

One of the best things about summer approaching is the white sweet corn from Brentwood!   It is simply the sweetest and tastiest cor...

I got the light just right.  Yeah!  I am practicing a new set up to take my food photo shots - in my living room.  I have two large ...

There is something completely satisfying about a deviled egg.  Not quite sure what it is.  It is an old school treat that has come bac...

Happy Friday Peeps!  Life has been busy lately and trying to catch up on my blogging.  Recently my friend Jean from Lemon & Anc...

An inspirational trip to the farmers market resulted in this sublime roasted golden beet salad.  Do you all get inspired when browsing t...

Friday Night Bites - woo hoo!  A perfect bite with all of the tasty elements wrapped into a 2 to 3 bite wonder.  It has smoky, salty, s...

Happy 2019!  I know it has been a while since I have posted.  Been a bit more active on Instagram and plan to make an authentic effort ...

A well engineered cocktail transports you to a different level. When you pair it with a nibble that is simple yet sophisticated, you have...

I know it has been a while since I have posted.  Life has been busy during the summer.  I made these little delights for Friday Night B...

The day millions of royal fans across the globe have been waiting for finally arrived.  The Royal Wedding of course and it certainly did...

What is better then bacon?   In my book ..... nothing!  The key to great bacon is to cook is low and slow on a griddle until it is crispy...

Yippee Skippee .... it is finally FRIDAY!  I think that means it is time for Friday Night Bites and this week I thought I would shar...

I am dreaming of forwarding time to mid summer right now.  You may ask ....... why?  It is fig season of course. Smile.  I do simply a...

Just imagine .... warm goat cheese, flavored olive oil and warm crunchy bread - now that is my idea of heaven in my mouth.  The infusio...

There is something special about enjoying a craft cocktail with sublime bar nuts.  The bar is raised even higher (no pun intended) when ...

Rain glorious rain!  The Bay Area has been a bit starved this year for rain.  December, January and into February were rather dry months...

This week I am thrilled to share my savory madeleine recipe with all of you!  I have long been obsessed with madeleines.  You tend to ...

What is it about a little piece of toast loaded with crunchy, salty, creamy and herbaceous goodies? It is the dance that your mouth has ...

It is that time of the year.  The bright brilliant blood oranges are in season. Once you cut this jewel in half, the rich red pink colo...

It seems like we were just celebrating New Years Eve with appetizers and bubbly.   With February around the corner, this year is already ...

Happy New Year!  I know it has been a while since I have posted and one of my resolutions for the new year is to post at least once a we...

Do you ever try something at a restaurant and say to yourself - I must make this?  I do all the time. Recently I was in Chicago for a bu...

A couple weeks ago I attended the Livermore Valley's "Taste of Terroir" weekend to experience the tasty food and wine of th...

Well HELLO almost summer - oh how I have missed you!  My birthday was last Sunday and we swung out for this years birthday gift - a new ...

Do you ever wish you had an elegant yet easy appetizer to make for guests that you want to impress? Have I got a simple, tasty and easy ...