Monthly Archives

May 2018

GOING BIG WITH THE PIG

FILET OF PORK

For some folks, pork poses a genuine conundrum, which is rather mystifying since it’s such a versatile product to work with, a veritable white canvas.  Yes, chicken characteristically is the undisputed hero, achieving the utmost affection and notoriety everywhere around the globe. Nonetheless, pork is the other white meat and it’s large and in charge. Nothing is more garishly boring than conveniently falling back to that same go-to recipe for a roast, chops or anything else for that matter.  No doubt,…

Continue Reading →

PASTA A LA NORMA

A la Norma is a dish offered in almost every restaurant in Catania, the second biggest city in Sicily and it unquestionably one of the most popular dishes in the area.  Story goes that in 1831 the Italian opera composer Vincenzo Bellini frequented the same restaurant while he was composing his opera La Norma and due to the fact that he ordered the same pasta every night, the proprietor decided to name the dish in honor of Bellini or rather his…

Continue Reading →

SALMON CROQUETTES

Alongside the sexy crab cake, salmon croquettes are just as glamorously chic.  Not only are they the most elegant rosy color but when prepared correctly, you will receive an Oscar nomination for saveur and presentation.  These particular morsels will get you the accolades of the century. Don’t be that person that creates salmon patties out of a can.  And no, I haven’t waged a war against canned salmon, but if you are going to embark in cooking professional fare, then…

Continue Reading →

ROASTED POTATOES GREY POUPON WITH HONEY

POTATOES POUPON

No matter how it’s pronounced potato, potatoe who doesn’t love a tuber? The adoration is universal as the potato has truly changed the world.  It was introduced to Europe by the Spanish Conquistadors that brought it over from the New World and it fueled the rise of the West and the adoption of the spud created the outline for modern agriculture being the fifth most grown crop in the world.  When it arrived in Europe, Marie Antoinette wore potato blossoms in…

Continue Reading →

Pantry Rat