Category Archives: Menus

Braised Short-Ribs, Spaetzel, Beer Braised Brussels Sprouts

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Camille

For some crazy reason, last night I felt like having a “comfort food dinner”.  Maybe it was because I am feeling a little sad about losing my publisher or maybe it was just because I needed to cook something that … Continue reading →

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St. Paddy’s Day Feast

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Camille

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and I am looking forward to our traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner.  I post the recipe along with the Irish Soda Bread recipe every year in hopes you will try my … Continue reading →

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The Cookbook

Posted on September 15, 2012 by Camille

You haven’t heard from me for over a month because I have been diligently working on my cookbook.  This is an incredibly daunting task.  I honestly did not know what I was getting myself into when I decided to take … Continue reading →

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Cooking Momofuku Cookbook

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Camille

We recently visited New York City for nine fabulous, fun filled gastronomic days.  We visited this wonderful city last year for a quick weekend and since our time was so short we did not make it a food trip.  We … Continue reading →

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Easter Calzone and Frittata

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Camille

Easter Eggs and Easter Bonnets.  Easter Mass and Easter Brunch.  These are the memories I have of Easter as a child growing up in Chicago.  Easter was a holiday my Mother cherished.  I can say with confidence that Easter was … Continue reading →

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Corned Beef Revisited

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Camille

When I wrote last year’s article about Corned Beef and Cabbage for St. Patrick’s Day I never thought I would get such a great response from my loyal readers.  I was overwhelmed with the number of people who followed the … Continue reading →

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A Thanksgiving Feast

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Camille

When Jim and I moved to our new home just before Thanksgiving eight years ago we wanted to give thanks for our good fortune of being able to purchase a brand new home.  And of course the best way to … Continue reading →

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A No Stress Party Menu

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Camille

Last Thursday evening Jim and I celebrated Cinco de Mayo by having a fabulous feast consisting of Pulled Pork Soft Tacos with all the trimmings:  Black Bean Salsa, Tomato-Green Chili Salsa, Corn Relish, Sliced Avocado, Fresh Jalapenos, Creme Fraiche, Cheddar … Continue reading →

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A Dinner Perfect For Easter Or Passover

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Camille

On Palm Sunday, April 17, I will be giving a cooking class at a local resident’s home featuring a menu that works perfectly for Easter or Passover.  When my client booked the cooking class I knew, by the guest list, … Continue reading →

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Dinner Party Last Weekend

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Camille

This past weekend I catered a dinner party for 11 people on a 120 foot yacht.  The dinner, a birthday celebration, was for my very good customers who I have been cooking for since 1999. The menu was a paring … Continue reading →

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