A Stress-Free Petite Party
With the holidays upon us, what could be better than an easy, relaxing and stress-free gathering? Here are some of my tips and recipes for the perfect tapas… Read More »
Olives marinated in an orange and herb-infused olive oil
Don’t you just love recipes that simply direct you to throw everything in a bowl? I do, so that’s why I created this recipe! In a large bowl,… Read More »
Mediterranean Baked Ziti
I had some Kalamata olives and a half a jar of sun-dried tomatoes in the refrigerator. What to do? What to do? In addition I needed a potluck… Read More »
Refreshing Watermelon, Feta and Black Olive Salad
When the weather is as hot as it is today my go-to recipe is Watermelon, Feta and Black Olive Salad. During the hotter months of the year, I… Read More »
Caramelized Onion and Olive Bread
Caramelized Onion and Olive Bread What could possibly be better than garlic bread topped with caramelized onions and Kalamata olives? A young boy once asked me to teach… Read More »
Hello, I’m Elise Johnson and I’m so glad you found your way here! From my own experience, cooking and eating together as a family nurtures and strengthens family relationships quicker and stronger than any other way. Join me as I continue my grandmother’s legacy of
inter-generational cooking by inspiring families and friends to make memories in the kitchen. 