Exploring the menu of life.
Celeb chef Richard Blais (my favorite Top Chef contestant ever) is known for his inventive style and unique take on classical cuisine and American staples. When he isn’t serving up delectable dishes or consulting at top eateries across the United States, he’s flexing his gastronomic muscles on ... Read More »
Yeah, yeah… it’s summer and braised meats aren’t exactly light fare. But they damn sure taste good, especially with some inky, robust red wine. Although we used Petite Sirah in this recipe, you can use any dark, tannic red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah for your braising liquid. ... Read More »
There’s nothing better than walking into your house after a long day and knowing that dinner is already made. That’s the beauty of slow cookers. Throw everything in, walk away and then something magical emerges eight hours later. Ever since I was in college, when I tried a French peasant ... Read More »
This EASY recipe for Beef Stroganoff only takes 30 minutes to prepare and is impressive enough for a dinner party. With the miracle of short-cut convenience foods, fast food can be better than Fast Food.
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A hearty, one-dish winter meal that provides tons of veggies and satisfaction. Pair them with an inexpensive sparking wine like Italian Prosecco or Spanish Cava and you’ve got a meal made for any weeknight.
... Read More »The acids in wine can actually transform the composition of food, especially tough meats. It acts as a tenderizer, penetrating the fibers, and softening proteins to make chewy meat soft to the teeth. Because of color, chicken and seafood should be marinated with white wine, while red wine should be ... Read More »