Slicing through your middle, my hand gives a twist Slick, brown pit is removed I peel back the waxy layer of dark, bumpy skin to reveal soft green flesh Creamy, smooth Blank, willing canvas You wait for the spritz of green lime A wisp of green onion A coarse sprinkling of salt The coolness of [...]

Welcome to The Cozy Apron—so glad to have you as a guest at my table! Here's where I share my passion for food, people and life through my culinary creations and my writing; and where my husband shares his love for food photography and all things visual. Food inspires me to connect to people in the spirit of love and nurture; it is something tangible that gives taste to the intangible. When we add a generous sprinkle of love to the meals that we prepare, there's truly a magical thing that happens: the food itself comes alive, as does the soul of the one partaking of it. So whether you're cooking for family, for friends or even for yourself, always do it with love, for love's sake.
