Pan Grilled Chilean Shrimp Wrapped in Prosciutto and dipped in WholeVine Merlot Grape Skin Flour Dip

Culinary Disaster Meals

Whether it is a Hurrican Sandy , a local earthquake or a simple case of running out of fresh food, during the busy work/school week, we should all be prepared for those times when we are not able to access a market , and find ourselves in need of a meal. That is why I started to create "farm to table" dehydrated foods that you simply add water to and simmer on top of a stove (works with a propane stove,too)

The ingredients are sourced from local farmers markets and boutique farms. Mostly vegan, gluten free and non GMO. The most important thing is that they are tasty and store for three to six months in the pantry. No refrigeration required. I should be at the Mar Vista Farmers Market showcasing the products on December 2,2012. if the rain let's up. If not, we will be there on Sunday,December 16th. I will demonstrate the soup being prepared and there will be plenty to taste. I look forward to seeing you there and getting your feedback, Sincerely, June

Why Are There Blue Bees?

Why are there blue bees in Alsace, France this year? To find out, go to a newly discivered and interesting website by Deane Greene called Eat The Weeds and other things,too!

www.eattheweeds.com/

I discovered a fantastic product that is not yet available here in Southern California, but hopewill will be soon!  Here is a link to their website:

http://purpleblackrice.com/

And here is a link to a local program that explained some of what they are doing:

http://www.katc.com/news/purple-rice-being-grown-in-louisiana/

I just posted highlights of my radio interview on 3-29-12

I was recently interviewed by Janet Newcomb on her Palm Springs radio show...here's a link to my youtube page where it posted:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdlkveGZXew&feature=youtu.be

Upcoming Latin Jazz SerindpiTEA fundraiser

Here is only one of our great raffle prizes!