Author Archives: Marilyn

Pavatel – Puckery Plum Preserves

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. During my recent travels through Israel, one of the many things that made me over-the-moon happy happened to be the “Israeli Breakfast”- a veritable feast. A number of the hotels in this country provide a … Continue reading →

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Keeping Your Kitchen Clean

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Marilyn

It’s the first Wednesday of the month again – the time when I keep things simple. And today I’m going rogue. No recipe. I know … I’m usually all about cooking. But this IS called My Global KITCHEN after all … Continue reading →

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Gazpacho, Spain and Gaudi

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Last November we spent almost two weeks in Spain and we spent the majority of our time in Barcelona. Almost wherever you look, structures by famous Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi rise from the pavement. He’s … Continue reading →

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Sweetening the Jewish New Year with Chicken Thighs & Veggies

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I mentioned Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year, in last week’s post (though I forgot to mention that I always ALWAYS make rugelach on this special day!). For those of you unfamiliar with Jewish holidays, … Continue reading →

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The Chopped Liver Challenge

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. The title of this post will likely not appeal to most of you — unless, of course, you ate chopped liver for holiday celebrations throughout your life. Such is the case with me; a Jewish … Continue reading →

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Up On the Roof

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Marilyn

I live on the third floor of a third floor 1927 condominium overlooking Seattle, Lake Union and Puget Sound. During August this year I’ve been pretty much traveling non-stop but I’ve started a tradition for when I’m home. What’s the … Continue reading →

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Priscilla’s Marinated Peppers

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. A plethora of colorful bell peppers mounded on tables caught my eye recently at my neighborhood market: 4 for $1. I adore working with colored peppers and use them in Pepperonata as a side dish, … Continue reading →

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Frittata for Family

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. My son’s father-in-law recently passed away and the kids asked me to fly down to San Francisco to help with my grandchildren. “Help” to me translates into tending to everyone’s needs, entertaining the toddlers and, … Continue reading →

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Consummate Chinese Chicken Salad

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. The popular dish Americans label with the name “Chinese Chicken Salad” has absolutely no ties to China and does not resemble the food found anywhere in the Far East. Because most Chinese Chicken salad dressing … Continue reading →

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Perfect Summer Produce Pappardelle

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. How I love Seattle summers! From the 4th of July through the end of August it seems like I’m able to forget the gray and wet of the previous six months. An added bonus is … Continue reading →

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