Avanti Romances the Salmon
Local King Salmon, from Half Moon Bay to be exact, receives some expert handling at Avanti. This lovely entree I enjoyed a few days ago showcased a very moist piece of pan-roasted salmon presented atop a risotto laced with spring peas, favas and micro-diced zucchini....
Alfaro @ Ma Maison – Thursday June 2
A charming idea, this First Thursday Brown Bag Wine Dinner concept. Especially the appealing price tag. You can enjoy the authentic French cuisine of chef Lionel le Morvan, some pours of new Alfaro wines, plus the pleasure of a conversation with winemaker Richard...
Irwin Show @ Sesnon Gallery – thru June 11
Come celebrate 25 years of awarding scholarships to top UCSC art students, thanks to the bequest of William Hyde and Susan Benteen Irwin. This year's crop of exhibiting artists includes Raphael Cornford, Richard Desanto, Ellia Sarah Duhart, Luis Flores, Olivia...
Spring = Fava Beans
After a trip to the farmers market last week, I came home with enough grassy-flavored favas to top a dinner of farfalle, pork bolognese and a few slices of Italian sausage. Along with liberal applications of Chianti it helped wash away the existential crises caused by...
Designer Caffeine
Lattés at Verve are just plain gorgeous. Here's proof.
Inside the Flame
A book of sensory adventure: The rituals, passions and discoveries of an engaged life.