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When it comes to hosting a memorable event or simply enjoying a night out, the dining experience can make or break the whole vibe. I’m talking about those moments when food isn’t just food—it’s an adventure, a story, a celebration on a plate! If you’re craving something beyond the usual dinner routine, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into how you can elevate your gatherings with creative dining options that will wow your guests and leave everyone talking for weeks. Why

So, as a result of this COVID-19 epidemic, I have found it virtually impossible to find all-purpose unbleached flour (there is plenty of...

Knowing that chickpeas (or garbanzo) are high in protein and nutritious, I decided to buy a 5 pound bag of them. Now, I am experimenting...

A couple of days ago, I was looking around my pantry and realized that I do not utilize cornmeal nearly as much as I should use it. So,...

Last night I was rummaging through my freezer and found a package of frozen squid and some frozen shrimp. My mind immediately went to...

This is one of my "go to" cookie recipes. I love the combination of anise extract, toasted anise seeds and roasted almonds. Biscotti is...

At the request of a client, I made shepherd's pie. Truth be told I had never had it much less made it before. What a delightful...

I had some collard greens sitting in the back of my vegetable drawer that had been slightly forgotten. I also had some rockfish in my...

Today, I experimented with dough made from bread flour to make two creations - beignets and a pizza somewhere between pan pizza and...

Cat-a-what? Yes, that's right, a cataplana is an oval metal pan, typically make of hammered copper, originating in Portugal. It...

I am a fan of meatloaf and really enjoy it in the form of cupcakes. It makes a darling presentation and is not overwhelming like a huge...

I made pierogies yesterday for a client. They are delicious little bundles of flavor bombs. I had never made them before, so this was a...

Due to a client request, I made calzones yesterday. I started by making my homemade pizza dough. The dough is 2 1/2 cups of 00 flour,...

So, what is it? A Doufeu pot is one of the most incredible cooking vessels on the planet, in my opinion. Doufeu's have a recessed lid...

Being a devoted Chicago girl at heart - married to a Sicilian no less - I love giardiniera. It is colorful and oh so versatile. Any...

Well, do I have a great idea for you. Over the weekend, I made a pan of lasagna; however, I had some meat ingredients left over. The...

Sometimes I am in the mood for a twist on a standard dish. In this case, it is a white bechamel sauce vs. the typical tomato version. ...

Cauliflower is a great change of pace for rice. I tried it last night and absolutely loved it. I took a head of cauliflower, removed...

When I first started working with dough, I was extremely intimidated. I cannot tell you how many times I literally threw the dough out...

.....Probably not unless you are Italian or married to an Italian. Cardoons are the artichoke thistle. They are delicious fried, just...