Fresh figs. They are all over the place, at least here in California. More than just black mission figs are showing up, too. Brown turkey figs (unfortunate name) and kadota figs  My absolute favorite way to serve them is halved, drizzled lightly with honey, broiled until bubbling, and served with a creamy soft cheese like mascarponeor chèvre or ricotta (even cream cheese... 
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Because I love my house, I love entertaining friends in it. And part of being a good entertainer is having on hand lots fun serving pieces. Presentation can be everything and is always fun to visualize and create new ways to serve up some yummy appetizers. One thing I like to serve a lot is an assortment of olives, usually along with other appetizers. It’s purely selfish,... 
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As much as I’m looking forward to spring – spring vegetables (artichokes and fava beans are my favorites), spring fruits (tangy rhubarb gets me every time and the end of spring brings cherries to California), and an easing of the constant damp of San Francisco winters – I can’t help but keep looking back at the highlights of winter eating. Stews and braises... 
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