Morning Sunrise

I am so thankful and grateful to have some time away from teaching. One day I was conducting my dedicated band students through “Pomp and Circumstance” and the next day I was flying far away to an island. I was transported into another world. The wonderful people on this island welcomed me with open arms! There was bike riding on tree lined paths…

Walking on the beach, jumping waves in the ocean, and reading…

Eating and drinking – or as I like to call it – research! Lots of delicious eats! Fried oysters, roasted corn chowder, cashew cheese (SO GOOD), shrimp and grits…and now I must pause. I fear I have reached my caloric quota.

I came home and was eager to get back in the kitchen. First dinner home was with Sweet Z and also a welcome dinner to my new roommate, my Mom. Stay tuned – there shall be some adventures! Our menu included a grilled salmon fillet (from the Copper River…and very, very tasty) with an olive oil, ginger, garlic, salt and pepper marinade. A salad of local greens (local as in from my garden!). A charred corn salad which I have been waiting and waiting to have this summer! Dessert featured fruit – fresh cherries and figs with a side of a ginger molasses cookie.

I am one very lucky person to have started out the first week of vacation with some wonderful people in such a beautiful location! Stay tuned…more adventures to come and recipes to try out!

And now I shall dream of these tomatoes as I make a list of some ‘must try’ recipes for this summer! Please share your favorite recipes in the comments section below!!!