A couple of weeks ago, a friend assumed that I am without experience with wholesome, healthy food.  Sure, I love to eat potatoes and gravy, but “good for you food” can be really tasty.

Now that you know all about eggplant, let’s put that knowledge to work making the World’s Most Famous eggplant dish.  Plus, no matter how you manage your diet (Vegan, Vegetarian, Diabetic, go hog wild,

Recently I read that eggplant is a “super food”.  A couple of days later, I saw an article  which sought to discredit that view!  That seems to be the way the “eat this and

The time you spend visiting this site is an honor to me.  For that reason, I monitor your activity (not specifically, but broadly) looking for ways to better serve you.  Within the last couple

Want a complimentary dish to go with the Guandu with Coconut Rice when you make it?  Or perhaps you want to do something different with “the other white meat” for a change. This bone-in

Close to the entrance of our new home here in Panama, a Guandu bush simply appeared of its own accord.   It is amazing that I didn’t pull up this “weed” and discard it.

Sometimes a warm, tasty bowl of soup is just the thing.  Whether it is cold outside or you are in need of a bit of comfort with your meal, give this hearty concoction a

Although normally thought of in the Springtime, Pasta Primavera is a great way to “eat your vegetables”!  Here in Panama, it seems to always be Spring, particularly with the availability of fresh vegetables.  Regardless

In 1973, I followed my eventual wife when she returned to her childhood home in Houston, Texas.  It was a huge city even in those days, full of all manner of entertainment, parks, and

As Thanksgiving is upon us, thoughts turn to menus for the greatly anticipated feast we will all enjoy next Thursday (you know, the day before Black Friday).  Much of what we decide to include