Homemade marshmallows are a triumph; relatively simple to make but oh so impressive to announce that you prepared them when serving them as a topper to hot chocolate or gooey, charred liaison between chocolate and graham cracker in the quintessential S’MORE. We actually love them as a dramatic addition to creme brulee and ramekin chocolate cake - especially at intimate dinner parties.

Chinese New Year 2021 begins Friday, February 12th - and just in case you were unaware, it’s the year of the OX….way sexier than my own PIG ZODIAC ANIMAL. Traditional Chinese noodles are thought to bring good luck in the new year; our quick, simple recipe calls for long lo mein noodles, tossed with a quick peanut based sauce and topped with just a few greens and pantry items.

Earthy, rustic, yet nuanced in delicate heat and sweetness, our CHICKEN with MOLE NEGRO might just be the perfect Valentine’s Dinner for your significant other…guaranteed to not only help you seal the deal, but also to make your house smell magical.

I love impressive desserts that are easy to prepare; and our version of vanilla crème brûlée is not only a snap to make, but also delicious. Custard can be temperamental, but this five ingredient recipe comes out perfect every time if you follow a few simple steps that are lovely and fun if you’re cooking with friends or the family. Enjoy…but please don’t burn the house down with the torch!

I’ve loved banana bread since I was a kid; my paternal grandmother made it almost weekly during the winter months, and to this day, nothing tastes better to me than a warm, thick slice slathered with salty butter. The thick chunks of banana were super sweet, juxtaposed brilliantly with woody black walnuts; and although she would’ve never dreamed of adding chocolate chips to her recipe, I think she would approve of our MB Banana Bread - and we hope you will too.

Also - what better way to utilize over ripe bananas? Waste night, want not, right?