About me

I love to cook for family and friends.......I love he garden and love to grow herbs and veggies.

How I learned to cook

From my grandmothers and mom.....many people really, always wanting to learn.

Other interests

I love to paint when I have time, and teach cooking classes.

Favorite chefs

Nigella, Jamie Oliver, Julia Child, Barefoot Contessa, and too many to name......

Favorite cookbooks

Cuisine at home is my favorite cooking magazine.

Favorite restaurants

Italian and Mexican....Umberto's, and many mom and pop restaurants.

Favorite ethnic foods

Italian....

Favorite meals

Spagetti and meatballs.....

Favorite ingredients

Sundried tomatoes, olives, garlic, chocolate, herbs and spices, tomatoes, cilantro....

Cindy McGavin, Miya Cancar, Kelly Gamblin, Lorna Kirkpatrick, Brittany Mitchell, Didi Torr, Kevin Morris, Jeremy Crittenden, Robert Driscoll, Christine Pettersen, Dotti Berry, Sharon Paulsgrove, Lauren Pagan, Shirley Arponen, Evelyn Anderson, Jennifer Wyatt, Debbie Boivin, Laura Driscoll, Lindsay Mitchell, Helen Samson, Patricia Culver, Cathy Kyle, Martina Muzik, Jenny, Jeremy Mitchell, Sharon Kavka, Ellyette Mitchell, Anne-Marie Cathcart, Patti Gordon

• Pan-Fried Scallop Pomodoro
  Submitted on April 3, 2008
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
  Submitted on March 10, 2008
• Valentines Pink Delights
  Submitted on February 14, 2008
• Chicken and Shrimp Tortilla Soup
  Submitted on February 14, 2008
• Peanut Butter Coconut Raisin Granola Bars
  Submitted on February 11, 2008
• Lemon & Lime Meringue Pie
  Submitted on February 11, 2008
• Crustless Dill Spinach Quiche with Mushrooms and Cheese
  Submitted on February 11, 2008
• Flank Steak in Hoisin Marinade
  Submitted on February 3, 2008
• Sundried Tomato and Onion Jam
  Submitted on January 27, 2008

• Cathy's Broccoli Salad
  Prepared for two on February 2, 2008
• Sweet Chili
  Prepared for four on February 1, 2008
• Hobo S'Mores
  Prepared for four on January 30, 2008

• Chambar Restaurant
  

  "What an amazing dining experience. The room was somewhat dark and cozy, but a really comfortable smaller space. The service outstanding. I couldn't get over the flavors of the different dishes we tried. Very well thought out menu. I definately..."

• West Restaurant and Bar
  

  "An amazing dinner experience. The decor was so comfortable, quiet, and an amazing wine bar. Our waiter was so on the beat. Service was outstanding. The scallop apetizer was mouth watering and the combinations of flavors was so yummy. We had the..."

• Sweet Chili
  

  "This was so good! What a great dinner and I love the pineapple! Well done...."

• Cathy's Broccoli Salad
  

  "Really easy and super yummy as I love brocolli, thanks Cathy!"

• Hobo S'Mores