Casey Mottola – Intro to Sun Above and Earth Below

Earth that gave to us this food Sun that made it ripe and good Sun above And earth below Our love and thanks to you we show Blessings on our meal Amen How can you take home with you? To me, the home looks like a countertop cluttered with an Instapot, stand mixer, and rice […]
Here’s the Dish: Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

A few months ago, I went on an emotional journey. I endured through the long trek from the Sunset district to Potrero Hill and waited almost two agonizing hours during the Sunday brunch rush. I distinctly remember a group of middle-aged ladies standing together in the middle of the street and drinking mimosas as they […]
Here’s the Dish: Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

Fall is the prime time to get pumpkin-spiced lattes, make pumpkin-themed baked goods, and enjoy the brightly contrasted leaves descending from the trees. As expected, this post is no exception. Over the past week, I’ve made mini pumpkin cheesecakes and they are surprisingly easy to make. The lightly spiced pumpkin puree mixture creates a whole […]