Steamed Dungeness Crabs with Old Bay

It’s the middle of November. In the Bay Area, do you know what that means?

Dungeness Crabs

Dungeness Crabs

That’s right, boys and girls, it’s Dungeness crab season! Dungeness crab, or Cancer majister is a large crab found on the West Coast from Alaska down to California. About one quarter of the crab is sweet, succulent crab meat, making it one of the meatiest crabs around.
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The Grill on the Alley (San Jose)

Where can you get the best steaks in San Jose?

The Grill on the Alley (San Jose)

The Grill on the Alley (San Jose)

Our good friend is a big steak and potatoes man. He eats steak more times than either his wife or his doctor would probably like. He also travels quite a bit on business, so he’s had steaks in top restaurants in cities all over. And he claims that the best steaks are found right here in downtown San Jose, at The Grill on the Alley.

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Chicken with Vinegar & Onions, Warm French Lentil Salad with Smoked Sausage

Since this week is our 2nd Bloggerversary, we’re giving you two recipes for double the French bistro pleasure!

Chicken with Vinegar & Onions, Warm French Lentil Salad with Smoked Sausage

Chicken with Vinegar & Onions, Warm French Lentil Salad with Smoked Sausage

I was trying to decide which was my favorite season and like with most things, I couldn’t decide. I’m such a "in-the-moment" kind of girl that I end up loving whatever season it is. Right now, I’m loving Fall.

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