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This traditional dish will be sure to please everyone (Vegetarians excluded). . Cassoulet is a traditional rich bean and meat stew from the Languedoc region in sout west France. Three towns in particular claim to be the birthplace and to make the best versions. They...

These Herb Stuffed Tomatoes are a bright, aromatic dish that brings together juicy tomatoes, fragrant fresh herbs, savory olives, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. They make an elegant starter for dinner parties or, when doubled, a light and satisfying lunch paired...

Inspired by the tapas at El Farol restaurant (in the early 2000s before it sold) in Santa Fe, New Mexico, this Baked Spanish Frittata is a simple, satisfying dish that brings together thinly sliced potatoes, sweet onions, fresh herbs, and eggs in one easy pan. It’s...

. What is carpaccio and why am I doing it three ways? . Carpaccio is traditionally a raw meat (beef), thinly sliced, drizzled with a dijon sauce and served as an appetizer.  It is now quite common to refer to fish such as tuna or even vegetables and fruit sliced paper...

Jambalaya   With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching. Nothing is more romantic than an intimate dinner prepared by a personal chef in the comfort of your own home. Check out these top reasons why hiring a personal chef for Valentine’s Day makes the perfect gift....

If you’re craving bright, zesty flavors and a comforting one-pan meal, Kotopoulo Skorthatos (Greek Lemon Chicken) is a must-try. This traditional Greek dish features tender chicken roasted alongside crispy potatoes in a fragrant bath of fresh lemon juice, garlic,...

Many people ask the question “Is ceviche healthy?” but what they are really asking is “Is ceviche fattening?”. This article will focus more on the nutritional value of the Peruvian dish, rather than discuss it as a food for weight-loss. Fat, in itself, is not...

Looking for a bold, flavorful dipping sauce that brings together the rich creaminess of peanut butter with warm curry spices? This Peanut Butter Curry Dipping Sauce is the perfect balance of savory, slightly sweet, tangy, and spicy. . Whether you're serving it as a...

  The song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas" is an English Christmas carol. From 1558 until 1829, Roman Catholics in England were not permitted to practice their faith openly. Someone during that era wrote this carol as a catechism song for young Catholics. It has two...

Try this fantastic Christmas time cake! . Bring the warm, aromatic flavors of a Polish Christmas to your holiday table with this fantastic Polish Christmas Cake. Packed with cozy spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice, this moist, tender cake features...

Tender, spiced turkey meatballs meet a creamy, aromatic coconut curry sauce in this delicious fusion dish. These Middle Eastern Turkey Meatballs are packed with warm spices like cinnamon, allspice, and cumin, plus sweet dried currants (or raisins) for a subtle...

  In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared an autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged today as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. For more than two centuries, days of thanksgiving were celebrated by individual...

These Teriyaki Steak Appetizers are a crowd-pleasing favorite for BBQs, parties, game days, or any casual gathering. Thin strips of sirloin steak are marinated in a homemade teriyaki-style sauce made with honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and onion, then grilled until...

As with many food items the when and where caprese salad came from has a bit of speculation.  The one fact that is not disputed is that is it did not originate on the Island of Capri.  It is said that salightly after World War I, sometime in the 1920's there was a...