Mammoth Lakes Dog Days of Summer On the east side of the Sierra Nevada, a vast mountain resort rolls out the red carpet for canine visitors and their owners. Read the full story: Los Angeles Times (Mammoth Lakes - Summer) “The undisputed culinary highlight of the trip…”
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Que c’etait delicieux! We arrived at about 6:15 to a nearly-empty restaurant, but that's because it's shoulder season in Mammoth Lakes and every business is either closed or deserted until ski season. We were seated at a table with a panoramic view of the mountains. Food: absolutely delicious. We started with a basket of the [...]
Winter is a time for snuggles and fires, friends and family and hearty foods to warm the soul! I went back to my roots for this French Classic! From the Savoie region in France near the Rhône-Alpes... A classic potato gratin with onions and bacon covered in melted Reblochon cheese. A hearty main dish [...]
Fall is here! As we enjoy the first snow, crisp mornings and the re-initiation of our hearth and heaters – I am drawn to hearty accompaniments – like my Brussel Sprouts! This dish goes with almost any main dish and is a perfect pairing in fall and winter. Prep Time: 20 minutes Servings: 4-6 Ingredients [...]
Winter is the right time for shellfish, and this recipe should take you through the season deliciously! Prep time: 30 minutes, cook time 10 minutes Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1/2-1 cup panko (for the crisp) 1/2 lb. unsalted European Butter, room temperature 1 shallot, minced 1/2 Tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 4 [...]
Winter is the right time for shellfish, and this recipe should take you through the season deliciously! This updated version of the delicate, traditional vinaigrette is a nod to the glamorous side of oyster-eating. In my opinion, it enhances the Oysters rich flavor, no matter the family, without over-powering the delicacy. Prep Time: 15 minutes [...]
A richly decadent side or main dish perfect for fall. Ingredients 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup unsalted butter 2 shallots, minced 1 pound fresh wild mushrooms of your choice, cleaned and sliced (rinse in water not soaked) 2 sprigs fresh thyme leaves only 1 fresh bay leaf 1 1/2 cups white wine Salt [...]
