French Bistro Salad (Bibb Lettuce Salad)
Baby it’s cold outside! Allow yourself to be drawn to the warmth of the kitchen. Winter cooking is all about earthy flavors and hearty textures, a reminder of the nourishing power of food. These recipes celebrate the season’s finest offerings: hearty root vegetables, sturdy greens that have weathered the cold, sweet citrus bursting with flavor.
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I’m Leigh, a formally trained private chef living in Los Angeles, California. I created this food blog to share all my favorite recipes and culinary tips and tricks I’ve learned working for over ten years in the food industry.
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Cooking and eating wholesome food is one of the most impactful things we can do for ourselves, our communities, and the planet. These recipes celebrate the beauty of seasonal, local ingredients that are grown and prepared with care. They are a reminder that cooking can be a joyful act of connection – to the earth, to the people we share our meals with, and to ourselves.
Rise and shine with our best breakfast recipes and tips to start your day. Whether you’re looking for a quick on-the-go weekday breakfast or leisurely weekend brunch, green smoothies or decked-out toasts, we’ve got you covered.
On busy nights, it pays to have a few easy dinner ideas up your sleeve. Here are my tried and true recipes for getting dinner on the table in no time.
Need help perfecting your flakey pie crust? Not sure how to make a proper chicken stock? Want to know, once and for all how to make the creamiest, most luxurious scrambled eggs? Find all the answers you’re looking for in one of our dependable, comprehensive how-to guides.
