One of the great things about living on the west coast is that great sea food is always in season. Here is a recipe inspired by the classic Maryland style crab cakes with my own California spin.
Many of people are not big fans of mayonnaise and that flavor really shows in a traditional crab cake recipe. The substitution of sour cream mellows that flavor and the addition of citrus, avocado and cotija cheese will give your crab cakes a twist the really says west coast!
No Super Bowl party would be complete without chips and salsa and Buffalo Wings! I already posted an easy, delicious 
I believe true love occurs when all parties involved believe that they are the lucky one to have the other person in their life.
Just as we begin to breathe from the holiday hustle and bustle…Valentines Day sneaks up on us. With the economy and the many challenges we all face, I have elected to start a campaign encouraging people to do what I think is one of the most romantic things a couple can do for each other….stay home and cook a fabulous dinner together. You can still dress up, after you finish cooking of course!
This is a quick and easy entrée you can whip up for date night! It pairs perfectly with the 
Rene Barbier Mediterranean Rosé Cava - Brut Alc. 11.5%
Now for those of you who haven't had a lot of exposure to the Napa Cellars wines, I think this would be a good starting point to get familiar with them. A good, decent priced wine here, with great ruby red color in the glass. The 05 Merlot has a nice inviting nose that will draw you in with the scent of red cherry and some dark chocolate. Blackberries and dark cherries fill your mouth, but the fruit is not overbearing. Smooth and mellow and very easy drinking for any occasion. The finish is just strong enough to be paired with food, but doesn't require it to be enjoyed. This one would be a hit at any dinner party.