OK, I have to admit that it’s been two months since I made this cabbage but looking at these pictures makes me realize I have to make it again immediately. I feel like it’s always that way with cabbage – I totally forget about it as a meal option until something like St. Patrick’s Day…
Roasted Pepper and Feta Filo Pie
I’m in Porto for work again this week and have been treated to some exceptionally excellent November weather. This is my first time spending a weekend here and, while I miss Brad madly, it’s been nice having a chance to see more of the city than my hotel room and office. Yesterday I went with…
Rustic Pan-Bagnat Niçoise Sandwich
Classic Niçoise flavors of tuna, eggs, tomatoes and olives combine with refreshing cucumber and tangy-rich artichoke in a rustic but elegant sandwich. I’m only a little embarrassed to say that this sandwich was inspired by a similar-looking roll in a magazine ad for bottled water: Tasty-looking, yes? This is a variation on a pan-bagnat, a…
Seared Ahi with Reduced Balsamic and Rapini over Polenta
Perfectly seared sashimi-grade ahi and tender-crisp rapini drizzled with a sweet-tangy reduced balsamic vinegar over creamy polenta is simultaneously light and decadent. This was my very first original recipe developed about 15 years ago after being inspired by something similar at an Italian restaurant in Santa Monica. A decade and a half later it’s still…
Moroccan Carrot Salad with Spicy Lemon Dressing
Every year we make a point to see every Shakespeare in the Park performance in Griffith Park. Our local Independent Shakespeare Company does some of the most creative and entertaining stagings of classics I’ve ever seen. We’ve been going for about 5 years now and their shows are always among the highlights of our summer….
Baked Sweet Potato Fries that are Actually Crispy – and Gluten Free!
We had gluten-free guests over for lunch and I knew I wanted to make our favorite salmon crab burgers (these pictures desperately need to be updated – I promise they’re more delicious than they look). Baked sweet potato fries are my favorite thing to serve on the side of these heavenly burgers, but the only…
Easy At-Home Shrimp Boil
Fresh corn, red potatoes, and plump shrimp simmered in traditional Old Bay seasoning make a crazy fun Summer meal that’s as delicious as it is easy to put together. Brad took me to my first crawfish boil several years ago and I loved the relaxed, easy atmosphere – especially considering that the hosts were cooking…
Heirloom Tomato, Melon, and Burrata Salad
This is the first Summer in years we haven’t bought season tickets to the Hollywood Bowl. Between my work schedule and saving for a new property it seemed like the smart move and so far I haven’t missed it. We’re still planning to catch a few shows but don’t have every weekend planned. The Hollywood…
Peruvian Pollo Asado
In May, Brad and I experimented with three different interpretations of Pollo Asado: Mexican, Cuban and Peruvian. While all were delicious and will be shared here soon, the Peruvian chicken was the favorite at Chez Jones. The crispy skin and moist, flavorful meat guarantee we’ll be making it again soon. I’ve cooked chicken on a…
Quick and Easy Dill Lobster Roll
I’ve always been intrigued by lobster rolls – they make me imagine lunch at the club, summering at the Hamptons, and fashionable parties at beachfront Cape Cods. I haven’t experienced any of these things but still feel the promise popped-collar polos and sockless loafers every time I see a lobster roll on the menu. And…
