Shrimp Smothered in Old-Bay Seasoning, Garlic, Butter, Paprika, and Pepper

I’ve got a thing for the shrimp entrees at two very different restaurants – a very hip restaurant in Manhattan called Cervo’s, and a not-so-fancy seafood restaurant here in Los Angeles called the Boiling Crab. Both dishes feature shrimp smothered in lots of garlic and butter, with very different cooking methods. This recipe is the…

Citrus Baked Salmon

Times are trying, groceries are low, but please know I would never post any dish on here I would’t normally make – you know, sans crisis. That being said, this slow-baked salmon dish requires just a few ingredients, is doused in olive oil, and relies on the low-and-slow method of cooking it to render a…

Do-It Yourself Tuna Poke Bowl with Brown Rice

If you enjoy ordering raw fish at a restaurant, but get squeamish at the thought of handling it at home, I’m about to change your life. Handling raw fish is daunting for many and it was for me too. Am I getting good enough fish? How long do I actually have till the fish spoils?…

Bagels and Lox Sunday Brunch

This past Sunday, the hubs and I hosted brunch for 10 at our place. Specifically, a serve-it-yourself Bagels and Lox Brunch and Bloody Mary Bar. Trust me when I say this is your next Brunch idea. It’s chill; there is no cooking involved, just great ingredients, set it up, and watch your guests have fun…