The Return of the Blog

Needless to say, I haven't been starving and Gabe's still cooking up glorious wonders in the kitchen.  Between the holidays, moving to San Francisco, and a new job, life has been pretty busy.  But that's no excuse for not writing about his culinary creations and thus, it's the return of the blog!

Since relocating to San Francisco, we've started "Family Dinner" every Sunday evening.  The guest list is rotating, but usually includes my niece Anyssa, who attends the University of San Francisco (which happens to be less than a mile away, lucky for her), and my brother Anthony, who lives less than 15 minutes away.  But Family Dinners aren't just for blood relatives.  Anyone is invited who can contribute at least some portion to the meal and that now includes a loyal fan base of Anyssa's roommates who probably think Gabe is sent from God to save them from the cafeteria's dismal buffets.

This past Sunday's theme was Asian inspired tacos!  Nothing like a tortilla and some delicious meat to make a Mexican happy.  Gabe started with his homemade guacamole and the bowl was licked clean shortly after this photo was taken.

Then he made a raw tomatillo salsa with japalenos.

The next garnish sent my taste buds in a whirlwind.  Gabe combined finely chopped green apple, radishes, cilantro, lime and serrano for a tangy, sweet, and spicy "slaw."

Condiment bar shot!

Meanwhile the chicken was simmering in teriyaki, sriracha, and sesame oil.

And the final product!  I'm going to say it's on a paper plate for "authenticity" purposes, think street taco truck, and not the fact that I was too lazy to use real dishes.

And that's the return of the blog!  Tomorrow is Easter and I'm hoping for something with sweet, juicy lamb, but it's up to the chef.  Don't worry, it won't take me another three months to write about whatever it is he decides to cook up!

_Peace and Love