RECIPE: Tuna, Egg & Chicken Salad Almondine

Add 4 ounces of slivered almonds to tuna, egg and chicken salads for a crunchy gourmet twist. Use fresh herbs: Snip basil, chives, cilantro, dill or parsley into your salad for more great flavor with no added calories. Another tip—use a great mayonnaise like those from The Ojai Cook, a Top Pick Of The Week.…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Ice Cream Sandwiches

One of our favorite desserts is a simple ice cream sandwich, made by layering ice cream between two great cookies. On the rustic side are chocolate chip and oatmeal raisin cookies with vanilla or chocolate ice cream, or chocolate cookies with mint ice cream. But the gourmet side of us loves Tiny Trapeze graham crackers…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Watermelon Margarita Recipe

[1] Watermelon puree makes the Margarita even more refreshing (photo © Peligroso Tequila). [2] While there is an official Margarita glass, use whatever you have. Here’s an idea from a caterer (photo © Elegant Affairs Caterers).   It’s time to chill. And it’s easy chill with a summery Margarita, made summery by blending the basics…
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