As a longtime Californian, I’ve traveled across the border to Mexico quite often. Its happy people, history, culture and foods fascinate me. No doubt, my Italian cooking has been “influenced” ...
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Salami Mozzarella Quesadilla
This simple-to-make snack, lunch, starter or dinner is fast and fun. I've always enjoyed a plain cheese quesadilla, but when I created my own version with Genoa Salami and Mozzarella, ...
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Lula Cocina Mexicana
Where do you go when you crave Mexican food? Wanna know where I go? For me, it's Lula Cocina Mexicana in Santa Monica. The first thing I like about this restaurant ...
Friday, September 2, 2011
Pesto Grilled Turkey
Turkey cutlets or breast can sometimes be tough and tasteless. Transform this dry meat into a gourmet selection by marinating it in pesto and then grilling it. The pesto marinade ...
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Jalapeño Slaw
Raw cabbage is delicious when shredded in salads or in slaws. Rather than sticking to creamy slaws, I keep mine light - I toss the shredded cabbage with mustard-lime dressing ...
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. 
