Back to the Kitchen: The Magical Allure of Asparagus

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY What happened to winter? How can it be March all ready? Even though it is still a little chilly spring is quickly approaching. One of my favorite vegetables this time of year is Asparagus. France's Louis XVl had special … [Read more...]

Back to the Kitchen: How to Have the Perfect Potluck Party

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY Here is a great reason to throw a party: On October 24, chefs, food banks, schools, farmers' markets, and food lovers across America will observe Food Day — a day dedicated to raising awareness and raising funds nationwide to … [Read more...]

Back to the Kitchen: Fruits of the Sea for Fall Cooking

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY With the weather so blistering hot lately, it's been challenging to create my fall and winter menus. Here are some fall fish dishes that are really wonderful and yet light enough to enjoy even in the warmest of Indian … [Read more...]

Back to the Kitchen: For the Love of Summer and Mango Madness

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY I am looking forward to some sunny dry summer days, but thoughts of swimsuits dance in my head. I love to cook and I love to eat. Thanks to Yoga Booty Ballet, Core Power Yoga and hiking Fryman Canyon with my puppy I remain somewhat … [Read more...]

Back to the Kitchen: It's a Strawberry Recipe Lollapolooza

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY It is the start of strawberry season and the open-air market is over flowing with these amazing berries! The mix of tart and sweet are at there glorious and abundant best this time of year The strawberry is a symbol for Venus, the … [Read more...]

Back to the Kitchen: The Pleasure of the Pomegranate

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY It is that time of year where friends are showering me with pomegranates from their gardens! This jewel of a fruit was originally brought to us through the Spanish missions. Pomegranates are powerful antioxidants and just happen to … [Read more...]

Back to the Kitchen: Easy and festive recipes for Labor Day

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY Labor Day is the first Monday of September and is a time to acknowledge those in the workforce by having a traditional last blowout of the summer. Since you don't want to work too hard on this holiday, I've got some recipes that … [Read more...]

The Weekend Cocktail: A Toast to Friendship

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY “What is a friend? A single soul in two bodies." - Aristotle The first Sunday of August is Friendship Day! I must say that not a day goes by where I don’t feel the love and deep gratitude for my friends! I can say that my … [Read more...]

Back to the Kitchen: Old Country Recipes through the Generations

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY My great grandmother came from Italy and settled in San Francisco where she had six daughters. They were the most amazing and inspiring women.   I long to be in a kitchen with them now as girlfriends to really understand them and … [Read more...]

Back to the Kitchen: Recipes for leftover eggs

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BY GWEN KENNEALLY Hard-boiled eggs play a part in both the traditions of Easter and Passover. People are buying eggs by the dozens and creating many fun activities for their families. While I can be certain that all the chocolate eggs will get … [Read more...]