National Tea day is Sunday, April 21, 2023. Originally set in England, National Tea Day is now celebrated throughout the world as a way to emphasize this delicious sip and the tea lifestyle. At Red Stick Spice, we’re kicking things off on Friday, April 19 with a day-long celebration of food, sips, free gifts and...
As the joke goes, January is the longest month of the year. With that, we’ll say that May is the shortest! Graduations, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day…so many celebrations jam packed into one month. If you’re planning to celebrate a graduate, check off this menu on your to-do list. We’ve got you covered. From feed a...
Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed. Heartfelt? Of course. Maybe slightly disastrous? Probably. Most moms can recall hearing the clamor in the kitchen, banging of pots and maybe a crash or two… and then: Surprise! Breakfast in bed. Made with love. Delivered on a platter. The mishaps are part of the joy of this tradition, but...
Lenten meals often focus on fish a seafood – read our blog all about seafood meals. Lent also offers the opportunity to explore a rich tapestry of vegetarian and vegan options. Dishes that feature legumes, peas, eggplant and sweet potatoes are protein-packed and big on flavor. Embracing these plant-based alternatives honors the Lenten tradition of...
Sweet potatoes or yams? Fun Fact: most tubers labeled “yams” in the U.S. are sweet potatoes. Lots of history and lore around that, but we’re here for the flavor! As a bonus, sweet potatoes are high in beta carotene, vitamin C and fiber. We love them in spicy hot chilis, and they love smoky spice...
Abstaining from meat for Lent? We’ve got you covered. Fish, shrimp and crawfish – they’re all here with very tasty results. Here are our favorite seafood recipes. Give them a try this lenten season! Fish Piccata Ready in a flash and so full of flavor, this quick fish piccata is all about building big, bright...
From tasty veggie tacos to big slabs of grilled cheese, lent doesn’t have to mean the same fish dinner each week. Flex your meatless muscles with these delicious hearty dishes. 1- Carrot Tacos Sheet Pan Suppers. Oh, how we love them. So much so that we talk about them in our Smidgen podcast. You’re subscribed, right?...
What’s the hottest chile you have in the shop? We get that question so often! From modest Paprika to scary Ghost, we are here to answer all your searing questions. First up, Chili or Chile? Answer: yes to both. As you read recipes, blogs and cookbooks, you’ll see the words Chile, Chili and Pepper used...
No Valentine’s Day reservations? No problem. Check out these recipes that are sure to win over your sweetheart. APPETIZER Roasted Cauliflower with Walnut Caper Salsa. This appetizer from Jerusalem: A Cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi is a flavor explosion that’s a fantastic appetizer but also makes a great meatless meal. We cooked this one up on our podcast...
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 for extra hydration is just what the doctor ordered. All...