Chick-Fil-A is proud to be founded on family values – one of which is sharing. Now – and not for the first time – it’s sharing a beloved recipe with its fans. This time, it’s Chick-Fil-A’s legendary ‘legacy’ Chicken Salad, which left the menu 9 years ago…Read More →
This dish first came to my attention on the menu of a Mom and Pop Greek resto in London, Ontario. And I hadn’t even thought about it again until now. It may not be well known outside Greek cultural circles… But Pastitsio DOES deserve a wider audience!Read More →
My first ‘serious’ boyfriend was a US import, most of whose family hailed from south-central Ohio. He begged his Mom to make ‘Johnny Macaritti’ the first time I came over for dinner. She apologized, saying JM was ‘just a casserole everybody makes’…Read More →
The celebrities are in a sharing mood this week, passing on to us their gems of culinary largesse. First, we broadcast Emeril Lagasse’s personal Cajun Spice Blend recipe. Today, we spill the beans on the ‘obscure’ spices Chef José Andrés always has on hand…Read More →
A chance encounter with an Asian potato recipe triggered the notion to embark upon a series of sorts, spotlighting classic internat-ional dishes that could well have been the inspiration for recipes we cherish today. Behold Aloo Chaat: ‘Indian Hashbrowns’!Read More →
Gatorade was the brain child of University scientists who wanted to create the perfect re-hydrating drink for their school’s football team. But it’s been copied and challenged by dozens of other brands over the years. And now, the Gator says it’s time for a revamp!Read More →
I’ve been asking myself, in idle moments, “What ever became Emeril Lagassé?” Turns out he’s still going strong – just moved to networks I don’t get on my TV. And he’s re-cently shared his personal Cajun seasoning blend. But you’ll have to work for it!Read More →
Here’s another traditional dish ‘from away’ that could well be the ancestor of one we all know and love today. It’s Käsespätzle – which looks like Fettuccine Alfredo. However, by its ingredient list, it’s clearly something else: Behold German Mac and Cheese!Read More →