We are thrilled to partner with Ashley E. Rodriguez, chef, food author and teacher, to bring you a monthly series of tantalizing recipes from her kitchen and using our handcrafted, eco-friendly tableware. The recipes are illustrated with stunning photographs from her husband and professional photographer Gabriel Rodriguez. The Times of London created a guide to the world's top 50 food blogs, and honored Ashley Rodriguez's blog with a top 20 ranking.

Appetizers

Fromage Fort Ashley E. Rodriguez Oysters with Champagne Mignonette Granita Ashley E. Rodriguez Pecan and Porcini Pâté Ashley E. Rodriguez Red Pepper and Lime Relish with Parmesan Twists Ashley E. Rodriguez Sushi Rolls Ashley E. Rodriguez

Beverages

Americano Anthony Benda Cappuccino Anthony Benda Coffee Granita Ashley E. Rodriguez Drinking Chocolate Ashley E. Rodriguez Espresso Anthony Benda Espresso Smores Drink Anthony Benda Latte Anthony Benda Macchiato Anthony Benda Rhubarb Bellini Ashley E. Rodriguez

Breads

Homemade Butter Ashley E. Rodriguez

Desserts

Angel Food Cake with Roasted Rhubarb and Strawberries Ashley E. Rodriguez Spiced Caramels Ashley E. Rodriguez Fresh Mint Chocolate Fondue Ashley E. Rodriguez Traditional Chocolate Fondue artazza.com Coffee Granita Ashley E. Rodriguez Drinking Chocolate Ashley E. Rodriguez Dulce de Leche Apple Tart Ashley E. Rodriguez Chocolate Espresso Shortbread Ashley E. Rodriguez Flan de Queso Ashley E. Rodriguez Ice Cream and Sorbet without a Machine Ashley E. Rodriguez Panna Cotta with Roasted Apricots Ashley E. Rodriguez Pavlova Ashley E. Rodriguez Roasted Grape Tart Ashley E. Rodriguez

Main Courses

Cheese Fondue artazza.com Cider and Gruyère Fondue Ashley E. Rodriguez Easter Pie Ashley E. Rodriguez Heirloom Tomato Tart Ashley E. Rodriguez Sushi Rolls Ashley E. Rodriguez

Salads

Summer Herb Salad Ashley E. Rodriguez

Side Dishes

Arugula, Bacon & Gruyere Bread Pudding Ashley E. Rodriguez Cauliflower Soufflé Ashley E. Rodriguez Roasted Squash with Bacon Ashley E. Rodriguez

Soups

Squash Mushroom Soup with Pine Nut Gremolata Ashley E. Rodriguez

Equipment and Tool Tips

Espresso Basics Anthony Benda Espresso Home Setups Anthony Benda Fondue Set Basics artazza.com Origin of Fondue artazza.com

Cooking Tips

Double Cappuccino (video) Anthony Benda Latte Art (video) Peter Middlecamp Preparing and Serving Fondue artazza.com Tamping Technique (video) Peter Middlecamp

About Ashley E. Rodriguez

"For me food is so much more than following a recipe in order to reach a desired product. As much as I enjoy that tasty product and the process in which it was created, my personal infatuation with food focuses on the aspects that go beyond satisfying a bodily hunger. I am completely and utterly obsessed with food because of its effect on the people who consume it, grow it, produce it, enjoy it, and live for it. Food is culture, it nourishes our bodies, it is passion, it is hard work, and for many it is their livelihood."

"My culinary career has been primarily pastry focused. I worked under the Captain of the winning American Coupe du Monde team (the Olympics of bread baking) at the Essential Bread Baking Company in Seattle, WA. From there I went on to Los Angeles where I studied under Sherry Yard (Executive Pastry Chef for Wolfgang Puck's restaurant empire) at Wolfgang Puck's famous Spago restaurant in Beverly Hills. While working with Sherry, I also assisted her with her second book, Desserts By The Yard."

"I moved back to Washington State and began my pastry business, fulfilling all sweet needs. You can see my work in numerous publications including Seattle Metropolitan Bride & Groom. Currently I am focusing on training my two young boys to have distinguished palates. You can also find me writing, teaching and creating a television program on the subject of real, good food."

Ashley E. Rodriguez

Photographs copyright by Gabriel Rodriguez. Used with permission.