There is nothing better than fresh tomatoes from the garden. They are delicious in salads, on sandwiches and especially good to make homemade soups such as this wonderful Tomato Soup. Pair it with our Italian Potato, String Bean & Onion Salad for a great summer meal. Enjoy it with a refreshing glass of homemade Sangria. The recipe is in the Wine Cellar section. Piacere!

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Summer always inspires us to find new ways to quench our thirst while enjoying beautiful weather. With martinis making a cocktail comeback, many fans are looking for some interesting twists on this stylish and classic concoction. A summer martini should be cool, crisp and refreshing! So we have gathered some recipes that are sure to delight your taste buds. Whether you are mixing martinis for guests aboard your boat, in your backyard retreat or sipping by the pool, these should satisfy everyone's martini taste.

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In order to cook a steak properly, you must first know a little about the type of steak you want to cook. Learning about the cuts that you prefer and understanding the desirable traits of each, is the first key to preparing a great steak.

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The image of a perfectly grilled steak reminds us of all the things that are good about summer, grilling and dining al fresco. Grilling the perfect steak is an art form. It takes practice and patience to master it. If you follow these simple steps you will be able to create the perfectly grilled steak every time.

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It's that time of year to get our the grill, clean it up and look for some great new barbecue recipes. Who doesn't like ribs? If you are one of the few who don't, try this on chicken. It will work just as well. There are a lot of ingredients but that is what makes it taste great. While you are at it, stir up a big pitcher of chilled Sangria to enjoy with these delicious ribs. Happy Grilling!

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Exciting Opportunity for Adults to Learn Expert Cooking Techniques and Recipes from Celebrity Chef Jim Coleman. It's Dinner, Education and a Show All Wrapped Up Into One Class!
Tuesday Evenings
Registration and Hors d'Oeurves 6:00pm
Class 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Dinner Served 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Complimentary Wine & Hors d'oeuvres all Evening
Instruction & Conversation
4 Course Dinner

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The weather may not indicate it just yet but Spring will be here soon. With all of the delicious vegetables that are available in this glorious season, we can start to think about wonderful spring vegetable salads. For texture in salads, add fresh vegetables such as young asparagus, snow peas, peas and beans. There is no need to blanch these vegetables since they are so tender at this time of year. Mushrooms provide a robust texture and flavor to salads. Avocado, with its rich buttery flesh, is the perfect partner for salads with seafood.

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Stepping into Azie is entering an extraordinary world. The atmosphere is infused with gentle light, accenting the sculptural elements in the walls and floors. The room itself has been transformed into a work of art. Azie sparkles with subtle energy. Our well-traveled dinner companions likened Azie to stylish Manhattan and European restaurants. This is a completely new approach for Media, and for this whole area.

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Think Prime Rib - juicy, tender, the epitome of beef. But that's not where we started. First you choose from the luscious array of starters ($6-9). We chose the Three Cheese Crab Dip and the Crispy Chicken Spring Rolls. The cheeses here served to showcase the clean flavor of lump crabmeat. The Spring Rolls had a bite of spice, contrasted with the cool sour cream. Two in our party selected soups for starters.

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There's a lot of buzz in the neighborhood about this new, trendy restaurant in Worcester, Montgomery County. Those who have visited the restaurant are giving it rave reviews. The rest are looking forward to the experience. We were lucky enough to have dinner there on a Tuesday night. We were pleasantly surprised to see that every table was filled and everyone seemed to be enjoying great conversation and exceptional food.

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Soups
January 2008

Do you have loved ones that need warming up after a bitter cold day? No other dish is going to comfort and console your family more than a big bowl of steaming hot and creamy soup. Gather around the fire on a cold winter night to enjoy these luscious soups with warm bread for mopping up the bowl.

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Potatoes
November 2007

The potato, a name derived from the native American Indian word "batata", was first cultivated by the Inca Indians in Peru over 4,000 years ago. In 1536, Spanish Conquistadors conquered Peru, became aware of the potato and carried them back to Spain. In 1586, the potato was introduced in Britain by Sir Francis Drake.

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Here are two of our favorite rice recipes that we hope you enjoy making this Fall season. Shrimp Santorini is easy to make and has always won rave reviews from those who have tried it. Don't forget to add the pine nuts to the buttered rice; it adds a nice crunch and flavor!

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From Black Forest Cuisine (c)2006 by Walter Staib
Running Press Book Publishers, Philadelphia & London

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The concept is deliciously simple. Now there is a way to serve great meals without spending a lot of time or money. There's no grocery shopping, prep work or mess in your kitchen - and you save hours of food shopping and preparation time.

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For a special luncheon or light dinner, this Spring salad will enlighten your taste buds. Pair with a super fruity Sangria made with white wine instead of the traditional reds.

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