Neighbors

I just formally met my neighbor, who is a renowned pastry chef and CIA instructor.  That’s culinary, not spy, for you non-cooks out there.  What a great surprise!  As soon as I get her first book I’ll recommend it on the blog.  Looks tasty.

I’ve two gorgeous chicken breasts, bone-in, skin on, from Whole Foods.  I’m going to marinate them in some orange and lemon juice and zest, chives, garlic and olive oil.  Thundering and lightning a few moments ago, the skies might clear by late afternoon so I may be able to grill.  Potato salad and snap peas are also on the menu.

More thunder.  I still have a few hours.  For the 4th (I believe they have fireworks here on the 3rd) we’re thinking of hanging out on the deck.  For years we’ve been next door to the largest land-based fireworks in the USA and have entertained family and friends but I’m thinking of hanging out right here, eating a nice meal and calming little miss huff n’ puff, Zoe.

Years ago Mom used to make a dish called Sole Caledonia.  I’ll have to look it up.  That was before parchment was easily found in cooking or certain hardware stores so she used foil.  Cooking en papillote has always been a favorite technique of mine.  This sole was paired with cherry tomatoes and other flavors.  I mostly retain the memory of the concept of the dish.  Will let you know if I find anything out worth using.  Cheers!  Dee