It's no secret, my favorite time of year is Autumn. Sadly here in Southern California the "Fall" lasts for about three days, just enough time to get out ye 'ol comfort food recipes. Last night was the Harvest Moon... that being the full moon that occurs closest to the Autumn Equinox. I see it as the gateway to the best season for cooking, baking and entertaining. I mean c'mon... just look at a calendar.... you've got Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Columbus Day/ Canadian Thanksgiving, Hop-tu-Naa, Halloween ( of course), St. Martin's Day (don't forget to get your St. Martin's ham and share with all) and finally American Thanksgiving to round out the none stop parade of food festivals. There really isn't a lack of celebrating at our house. We welcomed the Autumn with a gigantic fire in the fire pit of eucalyptus and almond wood with the odd rosemary sprig thrown in every once in a while. This type of cooler weather begs for cashmere s...
Thoughts and reflection on food and other delicious things.