Five Whole Days

James Beard Foundation

I dropped off Brad this morning at 5AM for the most amazing and exciting business trip yet. He is cooking with my boss, Andrew Kirschner, and representing Tar & Roses at the James Beard House in Manhattan. The James Beard … Continue reading

Told You It Wasn’t Fall

chocolate ice cream cone sweet rose creamery

Put away those Pumpkin Spice Lattes, people. Even here in Santa Monica it is a sweaty 93 degrees today.  And it sure doesn’t feel like fall. If I had white pants, I would probably wear them today just to prove … Continue reading

Brad and Kels Adventure Day

pacific ocean

Brad and I dont get much time off together.  Brad works all the time and I work nights, so it doesn’t really bode well for typical date nights. Sometimes we make dinner at 1AM.  Or watch late night TV until … Continue reading

Best Dessert Ever: Butterscotch Budino

butterscotch pot de creme gjelina recipe diy

I just made the most amazing dessert. Salty, buttery, rich and the perfect amount of sweet.  This Butterscotch Budino is the most amazing custard.  I make a mean panna cota that I’ll share with you one day, but it’s nothing … Continue reading