Symbolizing fertility, eggs are featured in the traditional foods of many cultures during Springtime.
In Italian gastronomy, colorful eggs are used to decorate baked delicacies at Easter. They are reminiscent of ...
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Quick Strawberry Jam
Don't you just love homemade jams and preserves? Making them is easy, too. For a quick strawberry jam, all you have to do is boil the fruit with sugar. In ...
Friday, March 7, 2014
Cherry Tomatoes & Basil
In the last two weeks, as I've gone up and down the stalls at the Santa Monica Farmers' Market, it's been difficult to ignore the bright, multicolored cherry tomatoes. Don't ...
Saturday, February 22, 2014
Jaguar Forest® 100% Organic Coffee
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, ...
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. 
