In the past few years, I've been looking all over Los Angeles for a delicious cup of coffee with character and a smooth finish. Btw, I'm a coffee addict, so my ...
Friday, February 7, 2014
Valentine Chocolate Ganache Cake
Frosted with chocolate ganache, this flourless cake is absolutely magnifique for February 14th! First, shop for Valentine's Day decorations. Then, make the cake and enjoy the romance. Happy Valentine's Day!
For the Cake:
Butter, ...
Friday, January 31, 2014
Basic Chicken and Vegetable Soup
Make this Basic Chicken and Vegetable Soup in no time. It's so easy and also tastes better than any readymade soup from a restaurant. All you need is one chicken, ...
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery – Home of “The Godmother”
What's all the hubbub about at Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery (hereinafter referred to as "Bay Cities")? For most people, it's about the pre-made, fresh salads, pastas, eggplant parmigiana, ...
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Kitchen Trick – Treating Lettuce
I'm sure many of you worry, as I do, about bacteria in salads and/or lettuce leaves.
Many years ago, my mother-in-law, Esperanza, was watching me prepare a salad (I don't think ...
Nancy DeLucia Real is an art historian and chef. She has led culinary courses at the Italian Cultural Institute, The Getty Center and The Getty Villa and is a former member of the Culinary Historians of Southern California. Nancy's gastronomy training took place in the heart of Italy under the tutelage of her grandmother. She has taught international cuisine at Williams Sonoma and Sur la Table Stores. Nancy's art history & culinary courses are ongoing at various institutions. She also teaches private cooking classes. 
