September 6, 2013
by Mimi Holtz
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We’ve been having a wonderful time with fresh California figs lately! I’ll bet you’ve been wondering if I would ever put those delicious figs together with avocados. Well, this is the day! What is easier than a fresh fig salsa? … Continue reading
August 30, 2013
by Mimi Holtz
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Here is a salad that can be served warm or cold. Beginning with Israeli couscous, it’s savory and sweet at the same time, matching green onions and fresh basil with cinnamon, allspice and sweet figs. Add some crunchy pistachios … Continue reading
August 28, 2013
by Mimi Holtz
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My grandfather had one fig tree in the back yard of the home where my mother grew up in Tupelo, Mississippi. My mother still remembers picking a perfectly ripe fig and popping it into her mouth when she was a … Continue reading
August 22, 2013
by Mimi Holtz
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On Tuesday I was in Carlsbad, California to direct a wonderful group of singers at La Costa Glen Retirement Community. I met up with Mary of California Greek Girl after the rehearsal, at a fun Mexican restaurant called Casa … Continue reading
August 14, 2013
by Mimi Holtz
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This is a great week for sandwiches. In fact, it’s a great month for sandwiches! August is national sandwich month…why? August is the month when cooks are looking for new ideas for picnics and for back-to-school. (If you’re interested … Continue reading