No Valentine’s Day reservations? No problem. Check out these recipes that are sure to win over your sweetheart. APPETIZERRoasted 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 […]
From butternut squash to everything pumpkin spice, these five essential fall recipes embrace the season’s bountiful harvest and warming flavors. Comforting soups. Warm, spiced sweets. Root vegetable salads. These dishes embody the essence of autumn. They evoke cozy gatherings, making fall a culinary journey of […]
Cheese boards are less about fussy arrangements and more about the combination of flavors, textures and temperatures. While a google search will take you to the “rules” around building a charcuterie, cheese plate, salumi board or grazing board, we are here to offer 6 basic […]
It comes around every year in late summer. Charc Week. Oh wait, is it Shark Week? We misunderstood – we thought it a week celebrating Charcuterie. Here’s the thing: we like our version better. Charc Week is less scary sea creatures and more deliciousness. We […]
Curry Powders are a British Indian invention created to evoke the essence of Indian cuisine. While curry powders are not used in authentic Indian cooking, they are delicious flavor combinations that we love working with in our Teaching Kitchen. Here’s the thing, curry powders aren’t […]
Maybe it’s the meat to skin ratio. Maybe it’s the quick cooking time. Maybe it’s the fun factor. There are so many reasons to love chicken wings. Here are some of our favorites. Ghost Pepper Chicken Wings While we realize the thought of Ghost Chile […]
When it comes to quick and easy meal ideas for busy weeknights, there are lots of possibilities. From quick-cooking shrimp to finessing a rotisserie chicken, these 30 minute meals are perfect for busy families with hectic schedules. Here are five of our favorite busy night […]
When store owner Anne’s daughter converted to veganism at 16, Anne waited for the phase to pass. It didn’t. That’s when Anne realized that the way to understand the lifestyle was to cook the lifestyle. Anne and Emma dove into making their own nut milks, […]
In the summertime, the secret to cool-down dishes is not only what you cook but how you cook. Definitely grab up all that summertime bounty. Load up on corn, peaches, squash, melons and tomatoes. Summer is the perfect time to pull out the slow cooker, […]
Honey. Awwww, sugar, sugar. Now, with that 1969 Archies classic planted in your head, let’s talk about the sweet stuff. Honey that bees produce can do more than just sweeten your tea. We get so many questions about local honey – and that’s a good […]
Oh, hello again. Yes, we’re talking brunch – again. We’ve rounded up brunch recipes, but realized there’s so much more to say! From a big, beautiful Brunch Bagel Board to savory Shakshuka to a marvelous mocktail, consider this lineup Brunch 2.0. Let’s dig in! 1- […]
Store bought is fine. It’s a meme, it’s printed on t-shirts, it’s a whole aesthetic. Ina Garten’s famous line gives us permission to kick perfectionism in the kitchen to the curb and, instead, pick your battles. From her foolproof recipes to her entertaining tips, we […]
Let’s taco bout tacos. Some say they’re the world’s perfect food. We say we love them for all their possibilities. From meatless wonders to chicken stuffed masterpieces, tacos offer endless customizations and creativity. Read on for seven inspiring taco recipes. 1- Baja Fish Tacos We […]
Full-flavored stock is the foundation of so many delicious dishes. From Gumbo to Lentil Soup, stock is a great place to start. In the Teaching Kitchen, we stash chicken bones and vegetable trimmings in the freezer and turn to the trusty Instant Pot or Slow Cooker to ready […]
Since the 1970’s, across the globe, Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22. For us, Earth Day reminds us that small steps in our local community, and even inside our own homes, can make a big difference. Here are 5 ways to celebrate Earth […]
National Tea day is Friday, 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. Here’s how we’re celebrating at Red Stick Spice and SoGO Tea Bar: […]
Question: What’s your sign? Now a follow up question: What’s your sign’s flavor? It’s fun exploring the personality differences of each Zodiac sign, now how about adding a tea blend to go with it. From the tenacious Taurus to the day dreaming Pisces, we’ve outlined […]
Crawfish boil on Good Friday? We love this tradition! And we especially love a few extra nibbles and something sweet to end the day. Here are five recipes to round out your crawfish boil. 1- Moroccan Crawfish Hand Pies Crawfish boil with a side of […]