Chicken Kebabs
I’d like to think that all the chicken coming off American grills this summer will be as tasty, juicy, and...
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Nectarine Salsa – Stone Cold Delicious
I’ve always loved the marvelous contrast between a hot, smoky piece of meat, and a cold, fruity salsa; and this...
Beef, Bean, and Beer Chili – What a Great Way to Lose a Beer
As the legend goes, someone was making a batch of chili one day, while drinking too much beer, and due...
Warm Calamari Salad – The Best-Laid Plans of Squid and Men
There was nothing wrong with this warm calamari salad, except the most important thing. I’ve had “cast-iron calamari” before, which...
Spring Pea Green Curry with Black Cod and Strawberry – Channeling My Inner Spa Chef
I’ve always loved green curries, but until a recent visit to Al’s Place, I’d never thought of using fresh, sweet...
Crunchy Spiced Chickpeas – Margaritas Sold Separately
There’s a Mexican joint Michele and I go to once in a while, that serves a complimentary bowl of spicy,...
Homemade Beef Jerky – A Real Convenient Store
Until recently, beef jerky was a late night, convenience store impulse buy, and what was in it was the least...
Mardi Gras Special: Red Beans and Rice – Comfortably Yum
Any time someone asks the question, “What exactly is soul food,” the answer should always be a comforting bowl of...
Crispy Fried Boudin Balls – De-Casing A Cajun Classic
The first time I had Cajun-style boudin sausage, I was confused. I’d ordered something called “sausage,” but that’s not what...
Singapore Chili Crabs – King of the Crab Recipes?
Living in San Francisco, I’ve had more than my fair share of crab; prepared in more ways than I can...
