Mediterranean-Inspired Recipes: Tuna Aioli Dip and Yellowfin Tuna Pasta Salad

Introducing a Mediterranean culinary adventure with two delectable recipes perfect for summer gatherings. Discover the Mediterranean lifestyle through these extraordinary recipes, crafted with quality ingredients and a passion for culinary excellence. Immerse yourself in the sun-kissed flavors of the region and indulge in the harmony of wholesome ingredients that define Mediterranean cuisine. Basil & Salt … Continue reading Mediterranean-Inspired Recipes: Tuna Aioli Dip and Yellowfin Tuna Pasta Salad

Exploring Mediterranean Cuisine

The Mediterranean food lifestyle is widely recognized as one of the healthiest in the world, and is based on the traditional dietary patterns of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, such as Greece, Italy, and Spain. The Mediterranean lifestyle is not solely about the types of foods consumed. There is a heavy emphasis on other factors … Continue reading Exploring Mediterranean Cuisine

Chef Russell Dean Lowell’s Pan Seared Scallops with Chimmy Churry, and Lemon Vegetable Orzo Pasta

Master story-teller and author of In Search of Duende, Russell Lowell is the executive chef and owner of Russell Dean Lowell Premier Catering, and two distinguished venues in the greater Seattle area: Russell's of Bothell and in partnership with Sound2Summit Brewing in Snohomish Washington. *We have queried with the team at Russell's for alternative seasoning … Continue reading Chef Russell Dean Lowell’s Pan Seared Scallops with Chimmy Churry, and Lemon Vegetable Orzo Pasta

delicious hand-made pasta

The taste, the texture, perfection. Making your own pasta is much easier than you think. The first time I tried to make my own pasta, it was disastrous. To this day I am still not sure what went wrong. The ingredients list is simple and the instructions even more so. Yet, what I had created … Continue reading delicious hand-made pasta

Fresh Garlic, Jalapeno and Cherry Tomato Pasta

Late summer's bounty is on the menu and fresh, delicious dishes are on the table. This recipe contains a few simple ingredients, most of which can be grown in container gardens, such as fragrant basil, peppers, garlic in pots and ripe tomatoes on the vine. Little space is needed when you're growing food for one family. The … Continue reading Fresh Garlic, Jalapeno and Cherry Tomato Pasta