This seasonal California Style Aperitivo takes all of the goodness of the traditional Northern Italian Aperitivo and adds a local farm-to-table twist. This plate is full of fresh, local ingredients and is perfect for small gatherings with LOTS of wine and excellent conversation. An aperitivo is a pre-dinner drink and light fare meant to whet …
This vibrantly layered Irish whiskey cocktail celebrates Saint Patrick’s Day in all of its glory. Paying homage to the famous Irish playwright and poet Oscar Wilde, several of these spirit forward cocktails will have you spouting prose into your drinking glass. “I can resist everything except temptation!” Much like the nuances of Oscar Wilde’s flamboyant …
Happy Paddy’s Manhattan is a spectacular modern remake of the classic Manhattan cocktail using Irish Whiskey as the base. Best served as an aperitif or evening cocktail, this Manhattan derivative will inspire thoughts of a magical Irish journey. Allow each sip of absinthe and chartreuse to take turns dancing Irish jigs on your taste-buds. As …
The Leprechaun’s Green Gold Cocktail is a simple and refreshing Irish Whiskey based cocktail to celebrate with this St Patrick’s Day. With a mere touch of Creme de Menthe to turn your golden-colored whiskey green without overpowering the flavor, you can festively enjoy fine whiskey. Any Irish Whiskey you choose will be more than suitable …
The methods behind creating a delicious Neapolitan style Margherita pizza come from a time-honored craft in Italy. As such, true Neapolitan pizza is held to a high standard of rules, orally transmitted by generations of Neapolitan pizza-makers. Ingredients must only be sourced from Campania regions of Italy. As a firm believer of eating local, most …
This super simple applesauce recipe is just that; a quick and delicious applesauce recipe that mainly relies on apple variety and quality. Applesauce is a versatile side dish or main meal that pairs with everything from granola and yogurt for breakfast to pork chops or sausages for dinner. You can even have it for dessert …
Moroccan Chicken Tagine is a hearty family-style recipe featuring an array of aromatic spices, including coriander, ginger, turmeric, and saffron. Cooking in a tagine opened my eyes to the tradition of slow cooking, taking my time to procure and grind fresh spices. Plan an evening with family or friends to share this uniquely beautiful dish …
This Sunflower Beet Bruschetta recipe is a perfect summer party appetizer. This colorful, healthy take on the classic bruschetta is easy and fast to make. The key to a scrumptious bruschetta is to use high quality ingredients, such as organic cold-pressed sunflower seed oil, made by America Tohkin. This finger food is usually one of the first things completely devoured …