I am always proud to say that potatoes are from Peru, and that quinoa was once called the “Mother grain” by the Incas who first cultivated it in the Andes mountains. But did you know that the Incas also grew tomatoes in the Andes? Perhaps for that reason I enjoy making dishes like gazpacho soup in the summertime. But regardless… Read more →
Gazpacho is my favorite Summer soup, and I had the pleasure of making some over the weekend to celebrate the warm weather in San Francisco with friends. After all, it’s only October and tomatoes are in season all month long. If you’ve never made gazpacho before, this simple recipe is a wonderful introduction to the flavors of Spain — and… Read more →