After long months of confinement and very limited social life due to the pandemic, I decided to run away from Mexico City’s source of contagion and the “cold” weather of its west surrounding mountains.
6 Winter Grilling Tips
If you live where it gets cold, you know that winter grilling is a thing. It can also be a fun alternative if you’re tired of the traditional Christmas dinner cooked indoors and whatnot.
Reindeer and Rhubarb
For various reasons I went back to my Alaskan roots this summer. Mostly to see family since my lease had ended and the time was right to do so.
Planked Trout with Cayenne and Herbs
This is a fun recipe for the summer and one that actually requires a wood or charcoal fire because it’s almost impossible with a gas fire.
Chocolate-Orange Shells
These chocolate-orange shells are a very summery dessert that’s great for hot days when you want to cool down, but want a bit of a “Wow” factor for the guests you’re serving.
Habanero America
Although the chinense variety known as the datil pepper has been grown near St. Augustine, Florida, for hundreds of years, the other varieties of the species were virtually unknown in this country.
The Evolution of Chili con Carne
Everything about chili con carne generates some sort of controversy—the spelling of the name, the origin and history of the dish, the proper ingredients for a great recipe, the awesome society and cookoff rivalries, and even what the future holds for the bowl o’ red.