Our latest batch of basil needed to be harvested from our lanai, and of course the there had to be pesto made. With lots of fresh basil showing up every, we thought it would be a good time to discuss this amazingly flavorful sauce. Pesto is not difficult in concept,...
Ask ten people about marinades, dry rubs, brine, and finishing sauces – and you’ll get at least five different answers and five blank stares. Even among professional chefs there is plenty of confusion on how and when to use a marinade – and why sometimes it would be...
Tacos are everywhere, but they are an integral part of Mexican food culture. So we decided, for our CInco de Mayo article, to do a deeper dive into tacos. First, because tacos are fun. Second, because tacos can be very creative & delicious (which also is fun)....
Risotto is often described as a tricky, fussy – and a bit scary. Since nothing impresses as a well-executed risotto, The Serious Foodie has put together a risotto primer to debunk any of your risotto fears. The aim of this article is to understand the...
Ask ten people about marinades, dry rubs, brine, and finishing sauces – and you’ll get at least five different answers and five blank stares. Even among professional chefs there is plenty of confusion on how and when to use a marinade – and why sometimes it would be...
We love the artisan cocktail movement – and if you’ve followed our social media feeds, you know that we’ve tried quite a few at many places in our travels. But now that we’re staying put, what about upping your game at home? As we are finding...
