Just the mention of white chocolate and macadamia nuts together takes my mind rushing back to the 80’s and the Mrs. Fields Cookie store in the corner of the mall where I worked at the time. I was fresh out of high school and working as a shoe salesman. Lunch...
If there is a perfect recipe for hot summer days, civiche has got to be it. It’s simple, no cook and is a dish that you make ahead of time. Served chilled on a hot summer afternoon it is utterly refreshing. In short, it’s everything you want when the...
There are those who will go out of their way to tell you (loudly) that you cannot possibly create a great, smoky brisket in a home oven. They will extol (also loudly) that you cannot get the flavor or texture of smoked brisket without a specialized smoker or pit....
Are you looking for a dish that is quick, light and packed with flavor? How about one that can be cooked on the grill so you don’t have to heat up the house? What if I told you that it can be served as an appetizer or as the main course… Would you be...
Can something made from 6 humble ingredients inspire you? In the case of pico de gallo, it can and should. Fast, simple, colorful and flavorful, this proto-salsa is often overlooked as simply another condiment, but it is so much more than that. For starters,...
Have you ever found yourself emotionally attached to a particular food from the moment you try it? I mean, you try just one bite and you know that you will now crave this dish for the rest of your life. It’s like an instant addiction. If you haven’t,...
