Another fantastic event in the spirit of my Nepenthe, this time at Caffe Trieste on Piedmont Ave. in Oakland, CA.. Caffe Trieste has a long history as the beloved bohemian haunt of San Francisco, and recently expanded into this favorite East Bay neighborhood. Great staff, great people, great scene. Thank you all for a festive [...]

Well folks, it’s been a whirlwind of a week with lots of great press surrounding my book followed by a sold out event in Carmel and around town, not withstanding that my book won Best Regional Cookbook for 2009 by Epicurious. I have a stellar line up this week and hoping you will join me [...]

We had a truly bohemian affair with roving, hat bedecked waiters passing mulled wine and cookies pre-dinner at Sweet Elena’s Bakery and Cafe des Artistes in Sand City over the weekend, including a sold out book sale followed by a delicious family feast ala “Lolly’s Kitchen” prepared by my sister and chef, Josie Rowe. Imagine [...]