Ripe Figs + Meyer Lemon + Cognac = Pure Joy
“This makes me so happy!” Our Office Manager, Lynee Gonsalves said with eyes at half-mast when she tasted the first batch of deeply...
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Ligit Caesar Salad
This really should be a scratch and sniff blog…. When you walk into the Pure Joy building and you smell my Grandfather’s Crouton recipe...
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Make This Year's Holiday Party Delicious & Fun
Whether you’re planning a small Christmas party or your company’s holiday mixer, here are 5 ideas to get you started from the...
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Eat'n Vegan for the Humane Society
We whipped up the best darn Vegan menu for the Humane Society of Santa Barbara this past weekend. Let me tell you, it was some good vegan...
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A Delectable Evening to Remember
Sometimes we come across a Wedding Ceremony and Reception unlike others we’ve done and it always remains to have a special place in our...
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Santa Barbara Beach Wedding
Their Ceremony on the beach followed by a reception at a private Montecito residence was perfect for their small intimate wedding. Their...
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Pure Joy Catering Salmon With Sun Dried Tomato Crust & Preserved Lemon Gremolata
Our best-selling salmon dish! We’ve had so many requests for this recipe after guests have tried it at our events, we figured we would...
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Polla Con Higos Borachos
This delicious recipe was published in “Chefs’ Specials of California: Signature Dishes and Favorite Recipes from Celebrated Chefs and...
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Where to get the Best Fish in Santa Barbara?
Catch it yourself! Ok! I know, not a new thought - for some - but for me it was a revelation. I am not a “hey lets go fish!” kinda gal....
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Easy Jammin' Local Organic Strawberry Jam
Makes 2.5 quarts jam ½ flat local organic strawberries, washed hulled and halved 6 cups sugar (trust me) 1/3 cup lemon juice Candy...
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Center of Attention
Whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert, one thing is certain. On your wedding day you will be the center of attention. All eyes are...
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Tying the Nautical Knot
These grooms just tied the knot with the most amazing nautical themed wedding. I believe it’s an omen that their love truly is...
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Capturing the Local Cherry Season the "Old Fashioned" Way
Like catching fireflies - only these wont die. The local cherry season goes by so quickly it’s like an early summer fling with the...
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Sockeye to Me!
“Hit me with another Nigiri please.” Nom Nom Nom. “Hit me with more Sashimi please.” Nom Nom Nom. We are so proud to say it was like...
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Pure Joy Gearing up for the Tom Guerry Awards
Last night, Wednesday 6, 2015 we had the honor of catering the Thomas Guerry Awards Dinner Ceremony for the 12th consecutive year at the...
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Raw Raw Shish Boom Bah!
Let me introduce you to our Raw Raw bar. With our custom made ice-tray we housed some of our favorite creatures from the sea: Jumbo...
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Postcards From Santiago
We travel to cook and cook to travel, that’s the life of a caterer. Luckily my son Luc is an awesome photographer and also an avid chef,...
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Call Me a Glutard But....
I’m an old time believer in a predominantly gluten free diet. In 2005 my son Luc, then 13, was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. Long story...
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Feeling Crabby? Butter Lettuce Cheer You Up With This Recipe!
Want a meal that’s simple, delicious, easy to make meal that will leave you feeling satiated? This gorgeous meal will surely make the...
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