February 3, 2023

Tom Sez “Wow” Yogurt Marinated Chicken

A Cultured Dish Tom Sez “Wow” Yogurt Marinated Chicken Main Here is a recipe we have been making in Mai Tai Tracy’s Kitchen since 2010. The first time I told Tom we would be having chicken marinated in yogurt he was not all that enthused. However, after one taste he […]
December 18, 2022

Cathedral Window Candy

Windows Of Opportunity Cathedral Window Candy Dessert Here’s a blast of nostalgia that arrived in my in-box recently, Cathedral Windows. The last time I had one of these chocolate marshmallow delights was in high school when our neighbor, Mrs. Stetler, made them for Christmas. They are called Church or Cathedral […]
December 10, 2022

Swedish Saffron Cake (Saffronskaka)

Swedish Sensation Swedish Saffron Cake (Saffronskaka) Dessert Here is a moist, delicious cake I came across in an Eating Well article on saffron. The cake originated in Sweden where it is called, Saffronskaka, and is frequently served on St. Lucia’s Day celebrated on the 13th of December in Sweden, Norway, […]
November 11, 2022

Tom’s Make-Ahead Gruyère Mac and Cheese

Overnight Sensation Tom’s Make-Ahead Gruyère Mac and Cheese Main We’ve hosted Thanksgiving almost every year since 1990. (I can’t remember ever being that YOUNG!!) I always ask our guests what is a “must have” tradition at Thanksgiving, and Mac & Cheese is a frequent request.  We are crazy about Tom’s […]
September 14, 2022

Tom’s Famous Black Russian Bundt Cake

Simply Irresistible Tom’s Famous Black Russian Bundt Cake Dessert From MaiTaiTom’s Kitchen! (OK, I’m just borrowing MaiTaiTracy’s Kitchen for the next hour).  Every great chef has his or her Signature Dish. I’m not a great chef nor do I play one on TV, but this is my Signature Dessert (actually […]
July 18, 2022

Crispy Saffron Rice with Chicken and Lemon Zest

Rice With A Little Crunch Crispy Saffron Rice with Chicken and Lemon Zest Main The gift that keeps on giving! Amazingly, I still have some saffron my friend, Joanne, brought from the Spice Souk in Dubai. The saffron is a deep, rich scarlet color and so fragrant, it should be […]
June 10, 2022

Ina’s Filet of Beef Carpaccio

Slices Of Heaven Ina’s Filet of Beef Carpaccio Starter Here’s one for the meat lovers in your family. Before I met Tom, my favorite cut of beef was the end cut of the prime rib … well done and crusted in seasonings. I would never, ever eat anything less than […]
May 2, 2022

Mini Frittatas with Roasted Red Peppers, Spinach & Prosciutto

Anytime Frittatas Mini Frittatas with Roasted Red Peppers, Spinach & Prosciutto Breakfast Here is a recipe that I made for Easter brunch, but it would be perfect for Mother’s Day or a breakfast on-the-go. Bursting with the fresh flavors of roasted red peppers, shallots and spinach, combined with crispy Prosciutto […]
April 4, 2022

Meyer Lemon Panna Cotta

Sumptuous, Sweet, Citrusy Sensation Meyer Lemon Panna Cotta Dessert Every vacation Tom falls madly in love with a dessert which he orders the entire trip. Recently, friend Mary made this Lemon Panna Cotta from Ruth Reichl, and we were transported back to our 2008 trip to Italy, where Tom fell […]