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Luau Pork Teriyaki
Here is the classic, Japanese-influenced Hawaiian pork. The Japanese brought teriyaki to Hawaii when they came to work in the pineapple fields, but it was Hawaiian cooks who added ginger and garlic and created a marinade from the glazing liquid.
Piment Limon aka Citrus Hot Sauce
Here is my version of the classic hot sauce of Rórigues Island in the Mascarenes. It is very thick, so feel free to thin with more water if you want.
6 Spicy Chocolate Products for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day just begs for spicy chocolate, doesn’t it? If you and your SO are big into chiles but don’t want to go to the trouble of making dessert, here are six fiery chocolate ideas for your consideration.
Sweet Soy Chicken Kabobs and Grilled Vegetables
When it comes to grilling, there are very few dishes that can compete with classic chicken kabobs.
Chinampas: Foundations in Mexican Cuisine
Tenochtitlan was, in 1520—right before the conquest—the city from where the Aztecs ruled their empire. It had more than 500,000 inhabitants, making it among the most populated cities in the world at the time.
The 1-2 Jalapeno Key Lime Combo
Every so often, life drops a good accidental discovery in your lap. One of my favorites was finding out how well Desert Gardens Jalapeno Lime Seasoning goes with Hot Licks Key Lime Jalapeno Olive Oil and just about anything you care to use them on.
