Napa Valley’s Burgeoning Food Truck Scene

Napa Valley’s Burgeoning Food Truck Scene

by | Jun 20, 2024 | EAT, home featured

Just when it seemed dining out was out of reach due to the rising cost of everything, along came an army of food trucks ready to serve up hot, tasty, inexpensive treats. Though Napa has always had its share of fabulous taco trucks and, more recently, catering food...
Cooking with Karen Crouse

Cooking with Karen Crouse

by | Jun 20, 2024 | EAT

Sauteed mushrooms elevate a meal to gourmet status with their golden color, savory flavors, and meaty texture. Serve them as a side dish, add them to pasta or risotto, or use them as a decadent topping for steak and poultry. My method involves a couple of tips that...
The French Fry Diaries

The French Fry Diaries

by | Apr 25, 2024 | EAT Feature, home featured

The history of French fries is long and convoluted, with many countries claiming to be the birthplace of this delicious and popular snack. According to one legend, French fries were first created in Belgium in the winter of 1680. The story goes that the Meuse River...
Cooking with Karen Crouse

Cooking with Karen Crouse

by | Apr 18, 2024 | EAT Feature

This simple, healthy, and delectable dish will add a burst of color and flavor to any meal as an appetizer or side dish option. Since they only take about 10 minutes to prepare, this recipe allows me to cook while visiting with my guests. I usually blister the peppers...
Cooking with Karen Crouse

Cooking with Karen Crouse

by | Mar 1, 2024 | EAT Feature

With this recipe, you can add flavorful garden-fresh or store-bought tomatoes to any dish all year. When baked, the tomatoes sweeten; when mashed, they are spreadable. Since it’s sweet and spreadable, I call this Tomato Jam. It is a staple in my refrigerator....