Unlock the bold, vibrant flavors of Cuban cooking with this quick and easy Mojo Verde. Perfect for marinating grilled meats, fish, or even brightening up vegetarian dishes, this sauce brings freshness and depth to any meal. Best of all, you can whip it up in under 10 minutes with just a few simple, fresh ingredients. […]
The Irish Champagne cocktail known as the Black Velvet is as bold and intriguing as its name suggests. A striking blend of Guinness and Champagne, this cocktail offers a contrast of flavors—dark, malty richness balanced by crisp, effervescent brightness. It’s a drink with a story, one that’s been poured in Irish pubs and high-end establishments […]
When a publicist asked me to create a seductive, Irish-inspired St. Patrick’s Day date night menu for a food show, I was stumped. St. Patrick’s Day isn’t exactly known for romance—it’s a holiday of bottomless pints of beer, corned beef, and tiny green men. Sexy, right?
Cupid gets all of the credit on Valentine’s Day. But let’s not forget his Greek counterpart, Eros—the god of love and sexual desire. As a chef known for my aphrodisiac cookbook, I believe the best way to honor Eros is with a romantic Greek-inspired dinner featuring scientifically proven aphrodisiac foods.
I love this roast chicken recipe for its simplicity and purity. It is one of my favorite easy chicken recipes. Best of all, it’s the kind of recipe you can prep in advance, put in the oven and not have to think about again until it’s cooked, leaving you with time to prepare yourself for […]
Those of you who remember the Paul Simon song, “Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover,” might find it odd that a tune about leaving your lover inspired this article on how to plan a seduction. But perhaps if the singer had taken the time to try my approach, the song wouldn’t have been necessary. You […]
These sexy dinner recipes are great choices to pair with my list of Fifty Ways to Feed Your Lover. This list offers ways you can heighten the pleasure of a romantic meal from feeding your lover small bites by hand to painting with chocolate and everything in between. Of course, you need food to keep […]
This recipe is my twist on a classic lemon drop shooter. A fun drink everyone loves to throw back, a lemon shooter can make a tension-easing start to a romantic evening at home. And to make sure the romance sticks, I’ve added the aphrodisiac of lavender to make a lavender lemon drop shooter. I’ve also […]
This succulent lavender chicken recipe is one of my favorite poultry dishes. An aromatic chicken dish, it features a flavorful rub to season bone-in chicken breasts. Figuring out what’s for dinner has never been easier!