BBQ Season

There is always an auction or fundraiser going on in the Wine Country, from the Montessori  School  Sun and Stars wine tasting at the CIA, to the Fire Department Lobster Boil, to the Chili Ball for Clinic Ole at Charles Krug, and we are always being asked and are always happy to participate, donate wine,…

Watermelon Salad with Mint and Rum

Serves 6 Lime zest and juice from 2-3 limes 2 Tbsp. light-brown sugar 2 Tbsp. light rum (or more? to taste) Pinch salt 6 lbs. of chilled, seedless watermelon 2 Tbsp. slivered fresh mint leaves In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, rum, sugar and salt. With a melon baller, (or simply cut…

Elaine’s Blue Cheese Cole Slaw

Makes 6 servings *Dressing 1 ½ cups sour cream, mayonnaise or non-fat yogurt (or a mix of them) 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or a mix of lemon and apple cider vinegar) lots of coarsely ground black pepper ½ teaspoons each of thyme, cayenne, and paprika 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 3 cups coarsely crumbled…