Expert Spotlight: This post is a guest contribution from Olivia Parks, Owner of Professional Organizer New Orleans If you enjoy cooking, spices are probably one of the most frequently used parts of your kitchen. Over time, most kitchens naturally collect a variety of jars, blends, and […]
Expert Spotlight: This post is a guest contribution from Olivia Parks, Owner & Lead Organizer with Professional Organizers Baton Rouge. If cooking often feels slower or more frustrating than it should, your pantry layout may be part of the problem. One simple way to speed […]
Whether you’re all in for baking a Traditional King Cake or grabbing super convenient store-bought croissants, making King Cake is doable and approachable at home. Read on for our King Cakes of all types – from Pull Apart Bread to a Milkshake! It’s carnival time, […]
Dive into summertime with this cool, refreshing recipe roundup! From lip smacking Lemon Posset to sweet, sublime Blueberry Icebox Cake, scroll through these desserts celebrate the season. Grab a seat on the porch and sink into a berry rich Strawberry Fool or this silky Lime […]
Hosting the watch party for the Big Game? You need snacks! Get a head start with these 6 crowd-pleasing recipes to make your watch party! Slab Grilled Cheese This nifty trick will have you flexing your clever culinary muscles as you impress your friends with […]
Early spring in Louisiana means strawberry season. No matter where you are, embrace the short, sweet season with this roundup of recipes. From refreshing salads to decadent desserts, strawberries add a burst of flavor and color to any dish. These versatile berries inspire so many […]
At Red Stick Spice Company, we love sheet pans. We teach sheet pan classes. We sell sheet pans. Most important: we use sheet pans all the time to make marvelous meals at home. On a recent episode of Smidgen Podcast, we talk about the new ways we’re putting our […]
We draw tons of inspiration from Ina Garten at Red Stick Spice Company—especially in our Teaching Kitchen. Many of our good habits are a direct result of the Barefoot Contessa – we even blogged about it! So many of Ina’s dishes are staples for us. From […]
The following information is for informational and educational purposes only, and does not substitute professional medical advice or consultations with healthcare professionals. Sniffles, coughing and congestion. When it hits, you’ll try anything to feel better. While tea is not a cure-all, adding a warm beverage […]
Thanksgiving is tomorrow! It’s Wednesday, friends! All the prep work will be oh so appreciated tomorrow, but today is about most folks’ favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal: the side dishes. Our tasks today, 1 day until Thanksgiving, is to work on the Thanksgiving sides: Ciabatta Sausage […]
Two days to go! It’s Tuesday before Thanksgiving. Time to bake a sumptuous Pumpkin Cheesecake. This two-layer cheesecake is as gorgeous as it is beautiful. And we don’t want to hear anything about “cracked” cheesecakes—that’s what the Cardamom Infused Whipped Cream is for. Pumpkin Cheesecake […]
Three days until Thanksgiving, this is a biggie. Monday: Brine the Bird and whip up a delicious batch of Make Ahead Gravy. Dry Brined TurkeyCrispy skin. Juicy meat. Full flavor. You’ll get it all with our Dry Brine. We love this technique and especially love the […]
It’s Sunday. Four days until Thanksgiving. Today: Shake and store a vinaigrette; cook your cranberry sauce; infuse a cardamom simple syrup. Hint: you’ll use the simple syrup for whipped cream later on with an amazing pie we’re going to make in a few days. Ginger […]
It’s Saturday and we are FIVE days out. Today: Prep pie crust and cookie dough. (Have you not heard about fresh cookies on Thanksgiving? It’s a tradition at store owner Anne’s house. With the recipes ahead, you’re going to want start this tradition for your family!) […]
From the Poinsettia Cocktail to Apple Sangria, these five sips will kick off and complement the flavors of the feast. Warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg mingle with autumnal fruits for lovely libations that pair perfectly with the meal. Cheers to the Thanksgiving spirit! 1- […]
For a while, the Instant Pot was all the rage – for good reason! This multi-cooker reduces cooking times significantly, making it ideal for busy schedules. Its ability to pressure cook, sauté and slow cook means you can create a wide range of dishes, from […]
Whether it’s a tickle in your throat or a rumble in your tummy, Lemon Ginger Zinger is ready with soothing botanicals. This custom blend is a caffeine free herbal infusion that’s rich in flavor and function. LEMON GINGER ZINGER FAST FACTS Type: Rooibos-based Botanical InfusionPlace: South Africa […]
Crushed red pepper aka Pizza pepper flakes. We know them. We love them! They’re a staple in most spice racks, and now it’s time to add to your crushed pepper lineup with some global flavors. From Korean Gochugaru to Turkish Marash and Urfa Biber, expoloring these new varieties will bring […]