by Brian | Aug 12, 2019 | Cookbook Review, Cookbook Reviews
The term “Vogue” is recognizable across the planet. It is an iconic term for quality and excellence. “Vogue” is simply and perfectly rock solid. And, Vogue denotes more than fashion. The British edition of Vogue compiled a book of classic cocktails from the...
by Brian | Aug 9, 2019 | Recipes
Here’s a real two-fer recipe. The wings are quite different from those “Buffalo” ones that send fire down your throat. There is garlic heat here, but there is a delightful Mediterranean twist of lemon and allspice. This recipe comes from Saffron in the Souks, a...
by Brian | Aug 8, 2019 | Recipes, TBT
It is August and perhaps the “high” month for corn. The fresh corn at farmers markets now has sun-fed husks filled with sweet flavor. That’s a great starting point for a soup of distinction. Here’s a 2014 TBT treat for you. Before you comment,...
by Brian | Aug 8, 2019 | Cookbook Review, Cookbook Reviews, TBT
Looking at our calendar, it seems Suzi and I won’t make it to Paris this year. What to do? Well, this week’s TBT Cookbook Review can give you a virtual tour of Paris with amazing food ideas. The “Little” in the title refers to the small kitchen in Paris...
by Brian | Aug 7, 2019 | Recipes
This is a charming dish to include on your meze table. Flash-fry your tuna so it is still pink in the middle. The labna called for here is a Middle Eastern staple. It is a fresh, creamy cheese made from strained yogurt. You can find an easy recipe for it here...