On August 29th, the brew team at TAPS Brewery & Barrel Room celebrated the very first batch of soon to be American Cream with a video posted on their Facebook page. “As it sits in the lauter tun while going through the sparging process, running hot water through the grain bed to create sweet wort. […]
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Penn Cove Mussels For a Perfect Moules Marinière
Mussels, Clams, and Oysters, Oh my! The classic French dish Moules Marinières (Mussels Mariner-style) served with a crunchy baguette to sop up the sumptuous broth features inexpensive ingredients, is simple, yet celebratory, and made with Penn Cove Shellfish mussels —prized for their freshness and pristine flavor − is a meal that honors the sea and its […]
Happy Birthday! Julia Child’s Sole Meuniére
Today marks the 106th birthday of the legendary Julia Child who, in 1963, charmed and inspired American cooks to try their hand at French cuisine on WGBH Boston’s pioneering television series, The French Chef. (Image credit: Paul Child/WGBH) In her exuberant, jovial style she made French cooking approachable and, most of all, fun! Julia loved to […]
110 Recipes That Celebrate Summer’s Bounty and Farmers Markets
Food to Love presents their special edition Farmers Market magazine with 110 recipes featuring the bounty of fruits, vegetables, and products that can be found at your local Farmers Market. “Whether you live in the city or the country you can enjoy delicious, nutritious food inspired by those who love the land. This special collection will […]
Provencal Tomatoes from The Camp and Cabin Cookbook
Camping enthusiasts looking to expand their meal repertoire beyond hamburgers and hot dogs need The Camp and Cabin Cookbook in their life! One look at this recipe for Provencal Tomatoes cooked in a cast iron skillet over hot coals and you’ll vow to step it up a notch on your next camping or glamping expedition. […]
10th Annual Lobsterfest at Newport Beach #NationalLobsterDay
For National Lobster Day, I’m happy to spread the word about the 10th Annual Lobsterfest at the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort in Newport Beach on Sunday, August 10, 2018. This annual celebration of summer centers around a fresh Whole Maine Lobster dinner with dancing to live music, raffle drawing for a big screen TV, and fun […]
Summer is Here! Bring on the Barbecue Ribs and Canned Cocktails!
Who’s ready for summer?! Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial beginning of summer vacation with many a barbecue, party or weekend trip. But, lest we forget the true reason for this federal holiday, many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries and memorials to pay their respects to those who gave their lives while serving […]
Pearl Couscous with Greens, Cranberries and Pine Nuts
Not your average potato or pasta salad, I guarantee this flavorful textural delight of a couscous side dish will have your friends and family asking for more! So far, I’ve made it three times: once just for the two of us, then for a casual dinner party where I was cooking for some of Don’s […]
“Some Like it Hot” Pepper Cheese, Chipotle, Mango + Pineapple Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Thinking ahead to April and National Grilled Cheese Month! And, in honor of that, I’m reviving my Pepper Jack, chipotle, mango, pineapple grilled cheese creation because Some Like It Hot!! Indeed it is, and when I was approached by Tillamook to be a partner in their Grilled Cheese Recipepalooza, a month-long event dedicated to sharing Grilled […]
Homemade Kimchi – Learning About Fermented Foods
If you’re new to preserving and fermenting at home, your mind will be blown at how easy it is! Today, I, and a bevy of curious food bloggers, had the opportunity to make our own kimchi (or kimchee) and curtido (or cortido), kimchi’s El Salvadoran counterpart, from master preserver Ernest Miller at Melissa’s Produce. The […]