For Easter this past weekend, we had planned a wonderful dinner menu of grilled rack of lamb, roasted asparagus wrapped in proscuitto, scalloped potatoes and rolls. It was fitting to make some kind of a fruitier, lighter dessert to end the evening.
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La Fontana Siciliana
If I had to pick three descriptors of this lovely Italian restaurant in Belltown it would be as follows; romantic, old-world and straight-out-of-italy. Upon doing a little research for a new restaurant to celebrate a family birthday, this Italian gem kept popping up when I was searching. Always down to try a new restaurant, I… Continue reading La Fontana Siciliana
Simple Summer Cake
A summer staple for our family is strawberry shortcake but we tend to use an angel food cake rather than a scone or shortcake. Being accustom to using this light and fluffy cake with strawberries, I found that going outside of the box and incorporating a mango purée with fresh raspberries to top it off… Continue reading Simple Summer Cake
Sweet, Savory and Smooth Sipping
Going to NY to focus on photography was the main goal of my recent trip. But, like always, food from new places captivates my senses and I’m drawn to try new foods and restaurants. I decided the only way to properly document and discuss my favorites from my travels is to break it down into three… Continue reading Sweet, Savory and Smooth Sipping
A Michelin Star Menu from Antica Corte
Later that evening after unwinding in our rooms, walking down the dimly lit hallway you could faintly smell the evening’s meals being prepared – a hint of truffle with a strong smell of warmth from a homemade meal. The door to the dining room crept open, and per usual, a smiling Giovanni greeted us… Continue reading A Michelin Star Menu from Antica Corte