I grew up eating my Lebanese grandmother's delicate and lemony tabbouleh. She would finely chop the tomatoes, parsley and cucumbers...

Fresh and fast is what's on my mind. Meals that are bright, tasty and fuss free. During the warm months, I meander around parks, pier...

It's cold, dark and rainy outside, but my kitchen is filled cozy aromas. A comforting Ethiopian stew is simmering on the stove....

Lately I've been hearing a lot about Blue Zones. Regions of the world where vegetable and bean dishes are consumed regularly. These...

A simple chicken curry with creamy coconut milk and perky ginger is what's for dinner tonight.  Coconut milk is a rich source of...

I've got three Indian-inspired chutneys for you. Bright and summery...the bomb diggity spooned over salmon. Serve them with c...

I used to work every evening as a counselor/administrative assistant in a crisis center. Stress eating was the norm there. On bus...

Do you love Thai food? I adore it. The sunny flavors of curry paste, creamy coconut milk, perky ginger and fresh lime juice are r...

Winter is behind us and Boston has turned green. Lilacs are blooming. On the river path, the air smells like moss and honeysuckle. My b...

I've hit a roadblock with embroidery designing. My last larger pattern was Madame Butterfly . Since then, I've done some...

Chickpeas simmered in a rich and tangy tomato sauce, spiked with chili, paprika and a splash of sherry is what's for lunch toda...

Being Lebanese, I’m a huge eggplant lover.  We prepare eggplants in a variety of delicious ways.  So, I was thrilled to find just about...

Patience has never been one of my virtues. When it comes getting to a meal ready when I’m hungry, patience really goes go out the window....

In this recipe, chickpeas are spiked with fresh lime, spicy chili, earthy cumin and smoky paprika. The dish is finished with a lit...

Before the cold New England winter appears, my husband and I like to visit to Boston Common and the Lagoon to see the swan boats. In the...

The start of the beautiful New England fall season began with a twilight river walk  accompanied  by my little beagle, Ellie. This...

These light,  juicy meatballs are one of my husband’s favorites.  I’ve been making them for years, perfecting the recipe. Life is better...

Do you love the bright flavors of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine? I’ll show you a setw recipe that will make you happy. I’ll reve...

Whipping up dishes like this lemony chickpea salad is a no brainer. Fresh mint adds sparkle. Feta gives it pleasant saltiness. Chickp...

This chopped salad is crunchy and refreshing. The light dressing is spiked with lime, honey and mint.  D iced avocado or chickpeas ...