Konami Japanese Restaurant: Worth a trip when on the east coast
The amuse bouche was beautiful. When I shared the photo on Facebook, a friend noted it looked like a piece of artwork.
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Cortez finds a home and family
Guest post by Jane Lurie. Our friend Michele is a guardian of all homeless dogs she meets in Loreto. Just before Michele and her family…
Gardening Project: Planting herbs for a window sill garden
While perusing through the aisles at Costco, I come across a large shelving unit stocked with vibrant and irresistible-smelling herbs. Each box comes with 6…
Another yummy find in Loreto
Guest post by Jane Lurie. You have heard of Michoacana, the popular ice cream/popsicle store in Loreto several times here on SSC. On November 11…
Sushi Toni, San Francisco: Welcoming hangout with friends, a sushi heaven it is not
On the continual quest for great sushi in the bay area, I stumbled upon Sushi Toni in San Francisco after feeling cravings for sushi and…
5 Simply delicious recipes for spring and summer
Now that the warmer weather is upon us, it’s time to unleash your inner Iron Chef. There’s nothing quite like preparing a gourmet meal and…
Container Gardening: How to plant a fig tree
Growing fig trees or any plant for that matter in large containers is a fantastic way to soften up any space while still keeping plants…
Caprese Salad with Mia Sebastiani at Sonoma Market
A couple of weeks back, I caught up with Mia Sebastiani at Sonoma Market to discuss how to add flare to a spring and summer…
Wine Blog Awards: Vote for your favorite puppy, plus the not-so-great secret
Someone once said that wine bloggers are like little puppies. They jump up and down seeking attention, love and approval. I’d also add that they…
Café des Musées, Paris: Smoked duck, hazelnut and fig salad that is out of this world
One of the most memorable and favorite meals I had on a recent trip to Paris was at Café des Musées. A local colleague of…