Chances are you have walked right by these overblown pea-like pods, especially if they have begun to take on their brown spots of age, but inside these pods lie tender, vibrant green beans, that when prepared most simply taste like the green of spring – Bijouxs fava time. Continue reading Fava Bean & Parmesan Salad
Hawaii, Kalapani Beach circa 1970’s: Cher was the hottest ticket at the Kona Hilton, Kilauea had not yet erupted to eradicate the area and dirt roads still paved much of the island. A 60’s Cadillac convertible loaded with teens, commanded by a local resident, takes shortcuts through the rainforest roads, all passengers giving thanks to the Menehune, finally turning into the long drive rimmed on either side with rows of tall papaya trees, terminating at a circular wood and glass house located on the lava rocks of Opihikao. My first trip to Hawaii is where its culture and food took hold, along with stacks and stacks of Papaya Pancakes – sweet little Bijouxs. Continue reading Papaya Pancakes
In my locale I seem to be surrounded by roses…the Rose City, Rose Parade, Rose Bowl, Rose Tea Room, references to roses everywhere, even outside my window there currently is a quiet riot of roses exploding in my garden, which reminds me of a little sweet Bijouxs – Moroccan Dates with Rose Syrup – everything is coming up roses at Bijouxs. Continue reading Moroccan Dates with Rose Syrup
“The peas are green! Spring has begun! Long live Venice!” The April 25th Venice tradition is for the Doge (the Chief Magistrate) to taste a spoonful of the city’s most famous dish, Risi e bisi, in public to annunciate the start of the Feast of Saint Mark. Risi e bisi (Rice and Peas) marks the start of spring – join Bijouxs in celebrating this little jewel of dish. Continue reading Risi e Bisi (Rice and Peas)
The Easter season evokes childhood memories of baskets of candies, chocolates, and sweets of all varieties. My son’s favorite candies have long been the chocolates that are fashioned in the likeness of an orange. He relishes the theatre of giving the “orange” a good bash on the counter and watching it break into prefect chocolate orange-scented segments. To address the family love of chocolate and citrus, an easy tart combines two lovely tastes – a Bijouxs l´orange. Continue reading Tart L´Orange
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