Hi there! Last time we met, I shared with you a post about My Spanish Style Birthday Party. I celebrated at a wonderful place in Redlands, California, called The Cooking Block. The Cooking Block is a very unique place. Opperated by Chef John Shrader, it is a “block” of commercial kitchens where producers of food […]
Hola! Last weekend I attended a wonderful housewarming party. My dear friend Maureen wanted to show her beautiful new Lake Arrowhead home to all her friends. She hired my friend John Shrader to cater the party and it reminded me that I have yet to post about John, his wonderful business called The Cooking Block […]
Hello! Last week I hosted my Healthy Cooking Group for dinner at my home. We get together once a month for a healthy dinner and a discussion about ways that we can be healthier cooks. The hostess chooses the theme and everyone brings a dish relative to the theme. They also come prepared to discuss their […]
The recipe everyone ask me for is called Celia’s French Sandwich. It is easy to make and universally loved by everyone. Try it. I guarantee you’ll love it, and so will all your very happy guests.
Hi Peeps! I have two things I want to tell you today. After Orange County is being featured on one of my favorite blogs. The blog is called Rough Luxe Lifestyle by Cindy Hattersley. Cindy has become a blogger friend and mentor and is someone I really admire and respect. She is a very talented interior […]
I have a BIG announcement! On Saturday, October 18, 2014, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm I will be opening my kitchen to 200 ticket holders as part of the 3rd Annual Heart of the Home Kitchen Tour here in Lake Arrowhead, California. Below is a sneak peak of my kitchen. It is the inspiration for […]
Planning a wedding? I’ll show you how to host a beautiful rehearsal dinner. Come get all my secrets, including my most sought after appetizer recipe.
Hello! As I’ve told you, we just bought another fixer-upper log cabin. It’s located near Big Bear Lake in the quaint village of Fawnskin. Fawnskin is a sleepy little place with a very small downtown that features a general store, a good little cafe and a couple of retail stores. But it is also home […]
After Orange County is a publication dedicated to living life in the slow lane. I escaped The OC for life at a higher elevation. Leaving suburbia behind, I now live in the beautiful mountain resort of Lake Arrowhead. Join me at 5,000 feet above and beyond as I cook, garden, renovate, entertain, travel and live life After Orange County.
