The Lovell Table

Growing up I was the one of the youngest grandchild in a big family. Because of this I didn’t have the opportunity to spend as much time with my grandmother, my Nani, as I would have liked.

I remember her in pastel colors. She was soft and gentle with me. An artist, she used to take time to sit with me and show me how to draw. She was patient and kind hearted.

The limited experiences I had with my grandmother make a recipe card I received during my wedding season all the more special.

Written by my Aunt Joanne in 1997 (the year I was born) is a Teriyaki Marinade that my Nani used to make. Now every time I make the marinade I think of her and feel a little closer to her too.

I’ve used this marinade for salmon, chicken, and pork but my favorite is marinating round steak for teriyaki rice bowls.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Method

1. Combine all of the ingredients
2. Pour over meat of choice and seal
3. Let marinade for 8 hours or overnight