Bakalava, Chocolava, anything made with phyllo dough is fantastic! I have been making bakalava since the early 70′s and I can’t believe I have never been intimidated by working with phyllo dough.  I love making anything with the stuff.  I have made little baskets to use as vessels for different appetizers. I have roll it up into roses to [...]

What about those wrinkled little oranges? I don’t think they get enough respect. You can buy them for around 50 cents a can. Not as expensive or tropical sounding as tamarind, guava, star, passion, or dragon fruit, but they are oh so good. Those tiny little segments of citrus that burst in your mouth can be used in salads, [...]