As we descended down the dark, narrow stairs directly off a street in the shiny Belgravia district of London, this was not looking promising. We were there on a quest for a proper meal in London, intrigued, but not hopeful, we reached the bottom of the stairs facing a dark wooden door; down here we were instructed from the pub above, we would find the restaurant. We had come this far, so we guardedly opened the door. Continue reading Spicy Lentil Soup
Summer in winter. Summer served right from your oven. Oven Puttanesca, a winter version of the vibrant Italian sauce brings the fresh flavors, usually reserved for summer, to the table anytime you need a little sunshine. Fire up the oven for another little Bijouxs. Continue reading Oven Puttanesca
The first signs of spring are here in LA: bulbs emerging from their winter’s sleep, the verdant green of the farmer’s market is expanding with fresh green garlic and green peas, fruit trees are flowering; but don’t blink, you may miss these first signs of spring which pass so quickly in this warm southern climate. Spring always arrives, no matter how harsh and unpredictable the winter prior has been. Cream of Celery Soup with Rice is built on all ingredients green, a Bijouxs to enjoy until spring arrives. Continue reading Cream of Celery Soup with Rice
The big game Sunday is almost here…so what are you serving? How about an incredible Fennel and Garlic Roasted Pork, slow roasted to fork-tender, then piled high on ciabatta rolls? This slow roasted, “porchetta-like” recipe is a little jewel for a game day or any casual event, and comes with a lighter version as well: the Bijouxs take on an Italian marketplace classic. Continue reading Fennel & Garlic Roasted Pork
It’s 2011 the beginning of a New Year and time to start at the beginning for Bijouxs Basics. The #1 Bijouxs Basics kitchen equipment nomination goes to the humble cast iron skillet, it can handle almost any cooking task, it’s steady and sure – a Bijouxs you can count for a lifetime. Continue reading Bijouxs Basics: Cast Iron Skillet
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