Poached Egg Salad with Asparagus, Bacon and Arugula

RUNNY YOLK WARNING: If soft egg yolk makes you queasy, STOP READING NOW! View this post on Instagram #poachedegg #salad with #arugula, #asparagus and crispy #bacon on toasted #sourdough #bread. Recipe on profile link. #yolkporn #yolk #yolkporn🍳 A post shared by Jonathan Cole (@placeatthetabledotnet) on Jun 27, 2016 at 6:06pm PDT   This recipe combines ingredients from an ABE Sandwich (asparagus, bacon and egg sandwich) and … Continue reading Poached Egg Salad with Asparagus, Bacon and Arugula

Hats off to Top Hat Delicatessen

While visiting Wilton Manors for their annual LGBTQ pride celebration with our friends Christy Tweddle and Christy Cain, we stopped for Saturday brunch on June 18 at the Top Hat Delicatessen in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The sleek, contemporary decor lit with large windows and window-paned garage doors provides an open and bright setting. Our waiter provided timely table service and informed recommendations from the menu … Continue reading Hats off to Top Hat Delicatessen

Gifts of Food and  Love for Pulse

In the early morning hours of Sunday, June 12, 49 people were murdered,  53 people were injured and many more lives devastated by a lone gunman at Pulse Nightclub and Ultra Lounge in Orlando, Florida. The perpetrator of this most recent mass shooting targeted LGBT people. Months ago, we planned a trip to Fort Lauderdale, Florida to spend a weekend with our best friends Christy … Continue reading Gifts of Food and  Love for Pulse

Susan Spicer’s Bayona

When you hear about destination restaurants, most are headed by men. Bayona, opened by Susan Spicer with business partner Regina Keever more than 25 years ago, is a refreshing exception in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Chef Spicer’s classic New Orleans creations at Bayona and other ventures led to multiple appearances on local and national media and to recognition and awards from the James … Continue reading Susan Spicer’s Bayona