It’s Time to Kick Back & Grill-ax Independence Day is upon us…and there is nothing that Americans love more than breaking out the grill and barbecuing everything! Hamburgers, hotdogs, fruits, veggies…you…
If It’s In Season, Get Eatin’ This month is all about those beautiful seasonal fruits and vegetables. There are so many fresh garden goodies readily available and we are here…
This is a wonderful summer soup enjoyed by many of Chef Jodi’s guests! Grilling the vegetables brings out the rich flavors that really enhance this chowder. What You’ll Need: 3…
Berry Berry Fresh! This month is all about the sweetness of spring and prime garden freshness. If you snuck a peak at our delicious May recipes, you might have noticed the supple…
As with all of her foodie adventures, Chef Jodi has brought back recipes to share! You didn’t think Chef Jodi would travel to South Africa and NOT bring back a…
At Lajollacooks4u, we are all about making the most of what we’ve got. When it comes to resources, Lajollacooks4u hates to waste. That’s why we find so many ways to…
Stay Cool and Fresh: Herbs and Your Freezer Stay Cool, Keep it Frozen: Your Freezer While some on the east coast are able to keep just about anything frozen in…
Chef Jodi has dished out some tips for keeping true to those New Year’s resolutions for clean cooking and eating! Clean eating what’s garden fresh: Cool Beans! Dried beans are…
Serve up this simple, healthy and delicious protein entree with some veggies, and you have yourself the perfect menu for clean eating! What You’ll Need: 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped…
Centerpieces, table-scaping, and pretty place settings are nice, but we all know the real star of the table is your entree. We have a recipe for a dish that will…
If you’re looking for a fun and delicious departure from classic Thanksgiving dishes, we’ve got a recipe that will take the starring dish to new heights! Some like it hot,…
This hearty dish is perfect for the soon-to-be cooler weather. It’ll warm up the guests at any get-together, and is the perfect dish to enjoy before cozying up. Comfort food, with…
Cooking in Corsica with Michelin-Starred Chef When she’s not guiding cooking classes, writing her cookbook, and managing team building events, Chef Jodi can be found…cooking around the world! It’s true: Chef…
At Lajollacooks4u, we’re all about using fresh, organic ingredients in our recipes and summertime is the season for harvesting loads of fruits and vegetables- limes, included! Use freshly squeezed lime juice for…
Go Latin this Grill Season: Quinoa with Black Beans and Corn This is the perfect side dish to compliment your grilled meats. Bring this protein-packed dish along to any outdoor gathering. If…