I am very excited that it is reaching mid July in Michigan! Not only for the beautiful Summer days, but mostly because it is the only time when everything is blooming. I love going to our local Oakland County Farmers Market or the Eastern Market to make sure I am getting the best organic local […]
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People often inquire about my father’s restaurant, Mitch’s. If you grew up in the metro-Detroit area, you know why! I still get asked to recreate, share recipes, and discuss what made the restaurant legendary. Beyond the ribs and Greek salad, one of the most popular dishes was my Yiayia’s Piazi (Bean Salad). Yiayia’s Piazi (Bean […]
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In Greece there is a traditional Village Greek salad, it is simple, and uses the classic Grecian staple vegetables, and of course, feta! Similarly, in France, there is the classic Nicoise Salad. It is a French bistro staple on a summer afternoon, just like the Village Salad is in Greece. The Nicoise Salad started out as […]
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Visiting Santorini is one of the highlights of visiting Greece. The island is famous for tomatoes, Greek wine, capers and my favorite, Santorinian Fava Bean Dip. Even from just browsing photos, everyone is aware of its majestic qualities and natural beauty. Visiting Santorini in person will take your breath away. The local people (who are […]
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As you may have gathered, I have quite the affinity for props. Props and flowers can truly make or break a display. And let’s be honest, you see the food before you taste it! Initial visual stimulus is very important, especially when it comes to something on the simpler side like Salad! Your dishes and […]
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