Spicy Penne Arrabbiata with Tiger Shrimp
This pasta is mouthwateringly delicious. The recipe uses a traditional spicy arrabbiata sauce as the base and, if you don’t care for the shrimp, is an incredible dish without them too! We suggest using...
View ArticleSpaghetti Genovese
Spaghetti Genovese is a delicious specialty of Genoa, Italy. It combines the rich, nutty, creamy flavor of a traditional pesto sauce, with the earthy taste of garden vegetables like baby potatoes and...
View ArticleVilla Blanca’s Butter Lettuce Cups with Grilled Chicken
These lettuce cups are scrumptious. They are fantastic for a light but decadent lunch when you want to seriously impress your guests (or yourself!) with minimal effort. They are sexy, unconventional...
View ArticleLobster Crisps
These are fun and extremely tasty! The crisps are made from little circles cut out of wonton wrappers and fried. For an easier version, just leave the circles flat instead of bending them, and pile the...
View ArticleThe Perfect Greek Salad
There is something so fresh and delicious about a crunchy, decadent Greek Salad. Fresh lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes and a creamy feta dressing make this salad a crowd-pleaser unlike any other. There...
View ArticleRoasted Turkey Breast with Lattice Bacon
As seen in Star Magazine, here is Villa Blanca’s Executive Chef Francis Dimitrius’ fabulous roasted turkey recipe. Ingredients: 12-14 lb Turkey Breast 16 Slices of bacon 2 Lemons, sliced 1 sprig...
View ArticleBraised Red Cabbage
As featured in Star Magazine, this is one of our favorite dishes at The Divine Addiction. Colorful, tangy, rich and bursting with holiday flavor, Executive Chef Francis Dimitrius gives us the perfect...
View ArticleHoliday Turkey Sliders with Stuffing and Turkey Gravy
Need something to do with all of your leftovers? These sliders are the perfect next-day recipe. Try Executive Chef Francis Dimitrius’ perfect low-key holiday snack. Ingredients: 1 bag of Kings...
View ArticleKabocha Squash Soup
As seen in Star Magazine, this soup is the perfect creamy and festive appetizer for any incredible winter feast. Ingredients: 2 medium-sized kabocha squash 3 tbsp olive oil, divided into two portions...
View ArticlePumpkin Crumble Pots de Crème
Want something unusual and exciting to finish off any winter feast? This crumble features incredible autumn and winter flavors, in an easy-to-make, summery package. Executive Chef Francis Dimitrius...
View ArticleMushroom & Sage Polenta Cakes
We love this simple, decadent holiday appetizer brought to us by Chef Francis Dimitrius. It’s easy to make, filled with rustic holiday flavors, and a fabulous way to kick of a holiday meal. Enjoy!...
View ArticlePumpkin Seed Crusted & Cured Salmon with Lobster Guacamole
This is one of our favorite holiday appetizers, as the flavors are decadent and delicious and the presentation fabulous! The idea of curing your own salmon might be a little daunting to some, but it’s...
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