Off the beaten path, but surely not to be missed, is a region of vine heaven. Aloft in rolling hills and mountains, with a daily flow of chill that introduces itself around 3:00 p.m., Paso Robles is ripe for great wines and wine makers, farmers and quaint towns, each gently hugging the area. Not …
Meet the Country’s Most talented Halloween Cake Maker and Award-Winning Culinary Pastry Artist She won The Food Network Halloween Challenge and is the mother of four lovely children. How does she do it all? Meet Pastry Chef Lyndsay from Jack Dusty at The Ritz Carlton. How hard was it to apply and be accepted into …
Keto and Paleo and garden-fresh common sense Personally, I have never been “skinny”. In fact, I have battled the muffin top and extra 30 pounds a food critic carries. I have however learned to balance using mostly a Paleo / South Beach kind of eating plan on those distinct days I am not in the …
Sparkling Mint Mojito Ingredients 5 oz Sparkling Ice Lemon Lime 1 ½ oz White rum 6 Mint leaves lightly muddled Splash of lime Directions Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and pour into a chilled tall glass. Garnish with a lime slice. Ginger Sage Cocktail SERVINGS: 8-10 INGREDIENTS 1 bottle of …
Recently, I received a notice about a culinary conference in Sweden that was judiciously tracing the history of culinary trends, 1950 to present to 50 years hence. And yet, while Americans’ dining trends may be quite different than Nordic diets, there is some valuable, overlapping practices. Diners, everywhere, are all but demanding to be more …
Welcome to our fall edition. With the air cooling and parts of the country mesmerized by the splendor of autumn colors, my kitchen turns to its own colorful display of braising pots, baking and roasting pans and bowls of apples, jars of apple butter and cranberries and. cinnamon sticks. My oven has already started the …
We all know that pumpkins and smaller squash are making the seasonal appearance. From the Northern farms, these creamy, sweet vegetables are joined by the first of the fall, tart McIntosh apples – and, of course, crisp, fresh pressed apple cider. When I lived in New England I planned picnics almost every weekend at these …
Prosecco, the sparkling wine from the Veneto region of Northern Italy, has become extremely popular all around the world. Prosecco is popular for two main reasons: its price and its easy drinkability. Vivino has reviewed data from the past year to determine which Prosecco wines are the most popular among our community of 27 million. …
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Chef Judi Gallagher – My favorite holiday is upon us and if meteorologist, John Scalzi, is right, the cooler weather will enhance the aroma coming from the oven(s). After many many years of cooking for 20-34 people, I am taking the year off… well sort of. Our immediate family is nine, so, for me, the …
By Judi Gallagher – BOURSIN AND MUSHROOM STUFFING This boursin and mushroom stuffing is an impressive alternative to traditional stuffing. The combination of the Black Truffle Sea Salt, candied mushrooms, and Boursin cheese creates a creamy, savory flavor unlike any other stuffing, resulting in a simple gourmet dish perfect for impressing guests. Ingredients From …