Whip up these Sexy Sips at Home for your next Cocktail Party or Garden Soiree Temperatures are rising and refreshing cocktails have arrived. Whether you throw an indoor cocktail reception, cool garden party or outdoor barbecue, delicious Peroni infused cocktails are here to help you celebrate the summer season. Shawn Shepherd, mixologist at Palihouse West Hollywood, has put … Continue reading Shawn Shepherd’s Peroni Infused Cocktails
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Three “Spirits” of Spring Cocktails
“Is the spring coming?" he said. "What is it like?"... "It is the sun shining on the rain and the rain falling on the sunshine...” ― Frances Hodgson Burnett, The Secret Garden The above quote is a true description of spring in the Pacific Northwest. A sun filled day over 55 degrees is filled with half naked … Continue reading Three “Spirits” of Spring Cocktails
Herb and Spice Crusted Rack of Lamb with Mint Chutney
The perfect centerpiece for your holiday meal. We thank Chef Charles, Vis a Vis Restaurant – Brighton Beach, New York for sending us this gorgeous and delicious recipe for our site. If you haven't finalized your holiday dinner menu yet, consider adding this to the list! "This is one of my closely guarded favorite recipes. The Lamb comes … Continue reading Herb and Spice Crusted Rack of Lamb with Mint Chutney
Game Day Finger Foods for Your Football Crew
We are ready for a crowd! Yes, our team is in the Super Bowl this year, Go Hawks! But every year this event calls for a big spread and it seems time is always limited. A few pitchers of cocktails, delicious finger foods and great company is all we need, so let's simplify the menu … Continue reading Game Day Finger Foods for Your Football Crew
Visiting Chef Series Dinner; Decadent Cuisine, Exquisite Wines
I had been tossing around the idea of a monthly Visiting Chef's Series Dinner for quite a few months. Finding the time to plan/create just didn't seem to be in the schedule and the final push came from a friend of mine who simply said, let's throw a dinner party, we'll do it together and it … Continue reading Visiting Chef Series Dinner; Decadent Cuisine, Exquisite Wines
Pancetta Crisps with Goat Cheese and Pear and a delicious cocktail or two
When September arrives, the collection of recipes commences. By November, I have a pretty large variety of main dishes, desserts and appetizers in the recipe book for holiday gatherings, dinners and cocktails parties. The difficult part, is choosing which ones to use. Our first step is to create a theme of flavors. Our main dish … Continue reading Pancetta Crisps with Goat Cheese and Pear and a delicious cocktail or two
Dia de los Muertos; honoring ancestors with a toast and tequila
As we move closer to winter's cold embrace we begin preparation for the rituals our ancestors have practiced for centuries. Samhain, ( pronounced 'sow'inn' ), the ancient Celtic celebration, and Mexico's, Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos. Both of these ancient festivals focus on gatherings of family and friends to give prayers and … Continue reading Dia de los Muertos; honoring ancestors with a toast and tequila
Bar Talk with Shaun Daugherty
Hi Shaun, I am a chef by trade and am planning on a dinner concept for a specialty dinner, it’s a bit unique but really need some help here. The dinner theme is called “flavor tripping” this is a legit concept, I am not some wacko making things up. Nevertheless, the idea is to consume … Continue reading Bar Talk with Shaun Daugherty
Wicked Delicious Trio; Pears, Pork Loin and Bacon
September gave one last shout to the Pacific Northwest with high winds, torrential downpours and finally flew away entirely with a tornado. Yes, for real. It was small, with winds whipping at 110 mph, it was on the ground for five minutes and its path length was one mile. Goodbye September. I have always seen … Continue reading Wicked Delicious Trio; Pears, Pork Loin and Bacon
A must for every kitchen; Jamie Geller’s Joy of Kosher
Cookbooks have evolved over the years and definitely for the better. Our mothers and grandmothers purchased impersonal cookbooks filled with delightful recipes, some with photographs, some without. Today we have a delicious glimpse in to the culinary authors world that gives us a sense of connection. The days of the generic cookbook are long past. … Continue reading A must for every kitchen; Jamie Geller’s Joy of Kosher
