Shrimp and Grits are a favorite dish in the “Low Country” of South Carolina and particularly in Charleston.  For decades, shrimp and grits have been considered a basic breakfast for … Continued

Creole Baked Beans are so delicious, easy to make, plus they are healthy!  This bean dish is an adaptation of the Northern Italian classic that is simply wonderful and full … Continued

    History of Cuban Sandwich, Cubano Sandwich    Photo courtesy of Tony Hernandez III of Mr. Cubano, authentic Cuban Sandwiches, in Cape Canaveral, Florida     The Cuban sandwich, … Continued

Cucumber Salsa has a wonderful crunchy flavor with the addition of cucumbers and yellow bell peppers to the traditional ingredients of onions, cilantro, jalapenos and garlic.  I really love a … Continued

Agua Fresca de Pepino y Calabacin My daughters came across this unique and very refreshing Cucumber Zucchini Agua Fresca at a local farmer’s market this weekend.  This drink really hit … Continued

Danish Kringles is a Danish-like pastry, filled with fruits, nuts, cheese, etc., then drizzled with icing.  Over the years, a variety of fruit and nut fillings were added, and in the … Continued

Dark Chocolate Flan is absolutely perfect for all chocolate lovers!  Since I am a chocolate lover, I want to share with you one of my favorite desserts.  I know you … Continued

Date Milkshake is a tasty culinary creation, which is commonly made in the date-growing region, near Palm Springs, southern California.  These shakes may sound strange, but date shakes are fabulous!   … Continued

This is a very popular Doritos Taco Salad that is garnished with Doritos tortilla chips. I also like to add corn and avocados to make a good thing even better! … Continued

Dulce de leche, pronounced DOOL-say duh LAY-chay) is a luscious sweetened milk sauce that is literally finger-linking good!  The name means “milk sweet,” “milk jam,” and “sweet milk sauce.”  Dulce … Continued

Dungeness Crab and Cabbage Salad is a very delicious and easy-to-make salad that features the outstanding Dungeness crab of the west coast.  Dungeness Crab and Cabbage Salad makes a great lunch … Continued

  These fantastic Dungeness Crab Cakes are fairly simple to make and are bursting with flavor – so savor the taste of fresh Dungeness Crab.  These also are great served as … Continued

Easy Street Crab Dip recipe is festive looking and tastes wonderful.  How can you beat the flavors of crab combined with hot melted cheese?  Crab meat is so delicious. This crab … Continued

Election Day Cake is actually a classic English fruitcake or plum cake.  The original Election Day Cake included molasses, spice, raisins, and currants were used in this cake.  Later brandy was … Continued

The translation of Enchilada Suizas literally means Swiss Enchiladas.  This is my version of the signature dish at Samborn’s Restaurant in Mexico City, the one in the Casa de Azulejos (House … Continued