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Girls competing in a watermelon eating contest on July 4th: White Springs, Florida | EvinOK.com

Fresh Watermelon Recipes for Summer

by Evin // July 25, 2017 // No Comments
If your family enjoys fruit salads or sweet summer treats, you should probably add watermelon to the grocery list. Dubbed “nature’s candy,” watermelon hits the trifecta: nutritionists, dietitians and children adore it. Watermelon is said to boost self-esteem and jumpstart... Continue reading →
Easy Peasy Homemade Mac N Cheese | EvinOK

Easy Peasy Homemade Mac n Cheese

by Evin // July 4, 2017 // 1 Comment
For so many, macaroni and cheese is a hands-down favorite comfort food. A specialty dish that was introduced to America by Thomas Jefferson, it was his cousin Mary Randolph who popularized it in her cookbook “The Virginia Housewife,” published in... Continue reading →
John V. Oberholtzer with Watermelon-Leesburg | EvinOK.com

Watermelon Recipes for Father’s Day

by Evin // June 13, 2017 // No Comments
I am lucky, I have the best dad. We are very much alike and have a similar goofy sense of humour. I did not realise what a joy that must be for him to “share a brain” with me until... Continue reading →
Chopped Chicken Salad with Wasabi Dressing like Tao Tao's Chicken Salad Recipe | EvinOK.com

Chopped Salad with Chicken & Wasabi Dressing

by Evin // May 23, 2017 // 8 Comments
When we lived in California, we dined at a great little restaurant called Tao Tao, serving Asian fusion cuisine. It was good, but the dish that had us returning with enthusiasm was Tao Tao’s chicken salad. We’re not the only ones. If you... Continue reading →
Easy Homemade Salsa at Home | EvinOK

Easy Homemade Salsa at Home

by Evin // May 3, 2017 // No Comments
We make our own easy homemade salsa at home with my quick recipe which I use again and again. Here is the basic formula… Easy Homemade Salsa at Home 1 can chopped tomatoes (no herbs or flavours) 1 bunch of... Continue reading →
Chicken Marbella from The Silver Palette Cookbook | EvinOK

Chicken Marbella from The Silver Palate Cookbook

by Evin // March 22, 2017 // No Comments
My friend Julianne is an amazing cook and mom. She is a nurturer, style maven, and true New Orleans woman who makes any recipe shine. One of my favourites in her rotation is Chicken Marbella, made using the classic recipe from... Continue reading →
Holiday feast | EvinOK.com

Complete Menu with Recipes for Reliable and Delicious Holiday Feast

by Evin // December 24, 2016 // No Comments
Whether it is Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Friendsgiving, there is something quite nice about a big feast. It’s a lot of work to do often, but so worth it when there are leftovers. Everyone gathered around the table and sharing a... Continue reading →
Herb Chicken Crumble | EvinOK.com

Herb Chicken Crumble

by Evin // October 17, 2016 // No Comments
Something about the autumn crispness that awakens cravings for casseroles and pies. Warm subtle sweetness from sautéed red onions blended with the tender nuggets of chicken lightly coated in chopped tarragon and sage. Broccoli brings a colorful balance with healthy... Continue reading →
Mascarpone Chicken and Irish Cheddar Bake with Vine-ripened Tomatoes | EvinOK.com

Mascarpone Chicken and Irish Cheddar Bake with Vine-ripened Tomatoes

by Evin // October 1, 2016 // No Comments
Inspired by Herb Chicken Crumble, my 2010 entry in Chef Factor, and a low-carb low-gluten spring craving, we chose some fresh ingredients and picked up the chicken at the English Market then crafted a sweet yet savory dinner that has good flavor. Originally, we... Continue reading →
Spinach-Artichoke Dip Quiche | EvinOK.com

Spinach-Artichoke Dip Quiche

by Evin // September 2, 2016 // No Comments
I love artichoke dips. Love them. Like Hot Artichoke & Pepper Cheese Dip or Spinach-Artichoke Cheese Dip, but when there needs to be an actual meal with protein I thought a quiche version would be nice. My friend Carlota gave me wonderful... Continue reading →
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Squash Without the Squish: Deliciously Simple Zucchini Recipes

by Evin // July 27, 2016 // No Comments
Spring is like a feast for the eyes and for the palette. There are so many wonderful fruits and vegetables to enjoy! One of my all-time favorites is zucchini squash, also known as courgette on this side of the pond.... Continue reading →
Sun-dried Tomato Mascarpone Cream Sauce with Pasta & Chicken | EvinOK.com

Sun-dried Tomato Mascarpone Cream Sauce with Pasta & Chicken

by Evin // July 14, 2016 // 1 Comment
This is a favorite at our dining table and the results seem like more effort than actually went into it. Any pasta works for this, though we like it with penne because it restricts the splash issues that come from... Continue reading →
Buffalo Mascarpone Chicken | EvinOK.com

Buffalo Mascarpone Chicken

by Evin // July 1, 2016 // No Comments
What possessed me to pair the elegant creamy Italian-inspired mascarpone cheese with the rough and tumble Buffalo wing sauce? Well, they ARE two of my favorite foods on Earth. I honestly and truly believe that chicken is just a vehicle... Continue reading →
Jamaican Beef Patty Recipe and Bridal Shower Menu | EvinOK.com

Jamaican Beef Patty Recipe & Bridal Shower Menu

by Evin // March 26, 2016 // No Comments
Today, I threw my best friend Arlene a bridal shower and because she’s Jamaican, we decided on a tropical theme for the menu. Before I show you the menu all written down, let’s peek at the table! Menu: Signature cocktail:... Continue reading →
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Beetroot Burger with Quick Aïoli

by Evin // October 22, 2015 // 1 Comment
Four years ago, I went to Chef du Jour’s Final Challenge at Fenn’s Quay where Sarah O’Riordan’s menu had beef & beetroot together in a slider as the amuse bouche. Inspired! I love beetroot, so this was a match made in heaven.... Continue reading →
Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Sandwich

First Date Lemon Rosemary Chicken Sandwich

by Evin // September 4, 2015 // No Comments
About a decade ago, I married my husband. But before the wedding, we had to meet and go on a first date. I still remember the day like it was yesterday. I started my day with yoga overlooking Lake Washington then... Continue reading →
Vegetable Garden Medley with Pasta and Salmon

Pasta and Salmon with Garden-fresh Veggies

by Evin // August 24, 2015 // No Comments
I love cooking with fresh ingredients, if I’m lucky they’re from a nearby farmer or roadside produce stand. One of my favorite recipes to make with garden- or farm-fresh ingredients is from a neighbor who whipped it together when we had an impromptu lunch... Continue reading →
Homemade Crab Cake and Corn Pudding

Homemade Crab Cakes and Corn Pudding

by Evin // August 17, 2015 // 1 Comment
Growing up in Maryland, summer means fresh Blue Crab and lump meat crab cakes next to sweet corn on the cob. Old Bay and butter are often the only toppings needed if the ingredients are fresh. This past weekend, we... Continue reading →
Vegan Beet & Orange Salad Recipe

Vegan Beet & Orange Salad

by Evin // August 7, 2015 // No Comments
Tomorrow, I’m going to the fabulous Fibre Feis in West Cork so time to whip up some pot luck yumminess. I invented this simple salad with some of my favourite flavours. It is easy to make ahead of time and... Continue reading →
Julie’s Dijon Vegan Potato Salad

Julie’s Dijon Vegan Potato Salad

by Evin // July 13, 2015 // No Comments
This is one of my favourite dishes to make and bring to a pot luck BBQ or party. It is easy to prepare ahead of time, suitable for a broad range of diets, and pairs well with all kinds of... Continue reading →

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