If you've been to Italy you will know that the tables are small, the wine selection is large and the food is delicious. This is the exact experience you will have at Arrivederci. Selected as the best Italian Restaurant in 2009 Readers' Picks of the San Diego Magazine I recommend dining at either of the two Arrivederci Restaurant locations. […]
This week is San Diego Restaurant Week. It is a perfect opportunity to dine out and try different restaurants for an affordable price. This is San Diego's fifth year with 180 participating restaurants. Enjoy three course meals for a set price of $20-$40 per person depending on the restaurant. You will choose from a set […]
Chicken Burritos with Mango Salsa This burrito has a lot of healthy and fresh ingredients. The best way to serve burritos is to prepare all of the toppings and have everyone assemble their own. Ingredients Chicken 4 Skinless Boneless Chicken Breasts 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Juice of 1 Lime 1/3 cup fresh Oregano, […]
Asian Chicken Salad with Ginger Dressing This is a refreshing crisp and colorful salad with sesame flavored grilled chicken and a bright healthy dressing. There are no rules for the greens and vegetables in this salad. You can create your own medley of vegetables. Ingredients Salad 4-5 big handfuls of Mixed Greens 1 head Butter […]
As health awareness continues to rise, Americans are changing their eating habits. Healthier food choices are now available at Fast Food chained restaurants; Organic sections are growing inside grocery stores; Restaurants are buying locally farmed food and serving grass fed beef. We are frequently seeing advertisements that restaurants are using "real chicken", "real fruit", and […]
Banana and Cheese Quesadillas Do you remember eating bananas wrapped in cheddar cheese when you were a kid? I remember eating it as a snack in preschool. The memory came to me as I was making cheese quesadillas for the kids. I added sliced bananas to the quesadillas to see how it would taste. The […]
This was not a typical week in my kitchen. I was challenged by having two very special guests from out of town; nine-year old Norman and seven-year old Angelina. Along with them I had the pleasure of another local visitor, nine-year old Skye. Cooking was a little different for me. No Lobster stuffed beef tenderloin […]
Norman's Veggie Snack Platter with Pickles and Cheese This is a healthy platter for kids to snack on. Have your kids choose some of the vegetables in the platter and try to incorporate some new veggies for them to try. We included cheese for dairy, and beans for a healthy protein. Norman prefers to eat […]
Reese's Pieces Cupcakes This is a kids created recipe. A vanilla cupcake stuffed with a Reese's miniatures cup, topped with a light whipped cream frosting, and decorated with Reese's M&M's. Turns out kids make great chefs! Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 […]
Banana Mango Smoothie This refreshing smoothie is a healthy choice for a morning or afternoon snack. Ingredients 1 cup orange juice 2 ripe bananas 1 ripe mango, sliced 1 cup plain yogurt 2 cups ice Preparation Pour orange juice into a blender. Add bananas, yogurt, and mangos, and blend. Add ice and blend until smooth. […]