by Joni | Jun 6, 2019 | Blog
Three Flavors of Garlic Depending upon how the garlic is used it can have different flavors and aromas. Raw garlic has a pungent aroma and a slightly spicy flavor. It is bested used in vinaigrettes, pestos or marinades where the flavor diluted with all the other...
by Joni | Jun 4, 2019 | Blog
How to Chiffonade basil and other leafy herbs! Chiffonade is a French technique for slicing leafy green vegetables or leafy herbs by stacking the largest leaf on the bottom and layering the remaining leaves on top of one another. You can stack any amount you want. ...
by Joni | Apr 26, 2019 | Blog, Recipe
The BEST grilled cheese sandwich ever!!!! This first part may sound weird it did to me when I was told about this incredible step. Mix butter and mayonnaise in a small bowl. Equal parts mayo to butter this equals crispy deliciousness Spread it on the outside of the...
by Joni | Apr 26, 2019 | Blog, Recipe
Clams and Mussels Finding fresh clam and mussels can be a daunting task. Make sure that you purchase them from a good fish market where there is plenty of turn over. Your eyes and nose will guide you. Fresh hardshell clams and mussels should look tightly closed or...
by Joni | Apr 26, 2019 | Blog
Spanish paprika or pimenton comes from western Spain’s La Vera valley. It differs from Hungarian paprika in that the chiles are dried over smoldering oak logs, giving them a smoky flavor. It comes in three heat levels, dulce (sweet), agridulce (bittersweet) and...
