Yesterday, we looked at some recommendations for non-Alcoholic heat-beaters. As a result, some folks asked that I research and report the original recipes of some famous summer classics. Headlining our cast are universal favourites including the Margarita and Sangria…Read More →
‘La dolce vita’ is an Italian phrase often used by non-Italians to describe the lazy, hazy days of summer. But it literally means ‘the sweet life’ – and that’s a great way to characterize many lazy, hazy Italian summer foods which often spotlight a single ingredient and involve absolute minimum preparation…Read More →
I’ve been getting questions about what sort of Salad to make for the hottest summer days; something that goes with everything. Nah, that’s not so tough for someone like me, a supposed expert on food, to tackle, right? But the more you think about it, the harder it gets to choose one…Read More →
I scream, you scream, we all scream for National Ice Cream Day! In fact, it’s National Ice Cream Month in the U.S., and you can thank former President Ronald Reagan for that. But I’m getting ahead of myself. I should have done this before now. So, here’s a little history on the Day…Read More →
We surveyed the Potato Salad scene a couple of days ago. Now, it’s time for a look at the other supreme summer Salad: Coleslaw. We’ll start with a little history and segue into the never-ending debate over which kind of Dressing is best: Creamy Mayo style, or Oil-based Vinaigrette…Read More →
One of the most iconic Summer Staples in my part of the world has always been Potato Salad. But ask cooks what Potato Salad should be, and you’ll get a wide range of opinions. I’m going to share my favourite recipe, and look at some of the more common variations I’ve encountered over the years…Read More →
I ran across this on one of my fave food news feeds yesterday, and I kicked myself for not having thought of it. This new Grill design is definitely not for everybody, but I think it has potential, especially if you are serious about eating healthy and taking good care of the environment…Read More →
How you prepare your food for Grilling and handle it on the Grill can make or break your BBQ party. There are some basic rules you need to know to ensure that your Meats and Veggies always come out perfect. Prepare to have some of your previous Grilling beliefs debunked!Read More →