Balsamic parmesan pasta (3552916238) (Photo credit: Wikipedia) By Juvy S. Iliwiliw Pesto cheese spread was inspired by something we came across at a food fair. The addition of chunks of…

Black Tagliatelle with hot-smoked salmon. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) By Juvy S. Iliwiliw This is an elegant spread perfect any time of year! Look for fresh dill in large supermarkets, European…

Tapenade olives vertes pistaches (Photo credit: bloggyboulga) By Juvy S. Iliwiliw This olive-based spread from Provence, France makes a great spread for small toasts, focaccia and other breads. Why not…

Olives (Photo credit: jurvetson) By Juvy S. Iliwiliw These are good for serving as an appetizer, or may be added to salads. You can find potted rosemary at many nurseries…

Kesong Puti @ Gino’s Brick Oven Pizza (Photo credit: mobile247) By Juvy S. Iliwiliw If you plan to make a lot of this, why not make an excursion to Laguna,…

Chicken Livers at http://ajamirestaurant.com/menu.html (Photo credit: Wikipedia) By Juvy S. Iliwiliw This is a smooth, sinfully rich pate’ that you can make when you can find whole bags of chicken…

A bowl of granola. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) By Juvy S. Iliwiliw Do you have a health-conscious friend? Try giving this healthy breakfast treat which also makes an energy-boasting snack! You…

Cashew nuts, roasted and salted. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) By Juvy S. Iliwiliw These tasty nuts make an addicting snack any time of day! SWEET AND SPICY NUTS You will need:…

Peanut butter cookies with m&m’s and chocolate chips (Photo credit: Wikipedia) By Juvy S. Iliwiliw Here are some easy cookie treats that are as much fun to make as they…