Why is it that almost everything tastes better when it's been cooked over an open flame? Meats, vegetables, breads and even some desserts (like grilled pineapple) just don't taste as good when they're roasted in an oven. There's nothing quite as delectable as the smoky charred flavor that only fire can forge.
I do truly love parties! Besides catering parties, I love attending them and even hosting them. Big parties with tons of people, medium-sized ones with 50 to 60 folks, and small gatherings of less than 20 guests – they're all fun to me. Who doesn't like to have a good time with lots of friends, food, beverages and music?
I'm sharing three of my all-time favorite salad recipes this week. Summertime is a wonderful season to indulge in a healthy menu. We're so very blessed with an abundance of fresh local produce in the Lowcountry. Just add your favorite protein topped with a drizzle of vinaigrette to a pile of mixed greens and beautiful and delicious entrees will appear before your eyes. Enjoy!
Do you have any idea how hard it is to get ten women together for lunch? When Lowcountry Weekly's Aunt Bossy (Susan Murphy) summons you to her new home, you show up. Still, a couple of us were late, couple of us were very late, and one of us had to leave early. Such are the lives of busy working women. No matter, we pulled it together and enjoyed a lovely luncheon – complete with champagne. Guess who cooked?