by Laurie Figone | Feb 1, 2013 | Recipes
by Laurie Figone | Jan 2, 2013 | Recipes
I have a Meyer Lemon tree in my backyard that produces lemons year round; it is in a well-protected part of my yard. I love Meyer Lemons for their sweeter, less acidic flavor than the more common supermarket varieties such as Eureka or Lisbon. I wanted to use the...
by Laurie Figone | Dec 19, 2012 | Recipes
This recipe has been passed down from my Great-Grandmother, Nana Julia Leveroni. My Grandmother taught me how to make it when I was growing up. It is a dessert that may seem strange to many…but happens to be one of my FaVoRiTeS because every time I take a bite, I...
by Laurie Figone | Nov 13, 2012 | Recipes
What screams Fall more than pomegranates and persimmons…add a little smoky, salty bacon that’s swimming in a pool of brandy flavored caramel… Grandma’s Apple Strudel just got a face lift!! The persimmon tree in my backyard is what inspired me to make this recipe… this...
by Laurie Figone | Oct 18, 2012 | Recipes
I created this recipe with one of my favorite cheeses in mind, Point Reyes Original Blue, which is not only locally made, but has a melt in your mouth, buttery, tangy DeLiCiOuSnEsS. Knowing that it pairs so nicely with figs and honey, the recipe was born!!