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 […]
Make your Easter dinner, lunch or brunch spectacular – and easy! Here are seven recipes to make Easter planning a breeze. All that’s left is to hide the eggs and eat the ears from the chocolate bunnies! 1- Vanilla Balsamic Lamb Chops Remember that time […]
Whether you’re in Massachusetts or Madrid, no matter your locale, Tapas is a good idea. Chef José Andrés said, “Tapas are at the same time a simple way of eating and an entire way of life … they are a commitment to being together, sharing […]
It’s National Poultry Day! While some of these made-up, celebratory days are head scratchers, March 19 as Poultry Day is something we can squawk about! Allow us to celebrate with a bit of a different approach. Meet Store Owner Anne’s yard chickens: Loretta, Loretta, Loretta, […]
Whether you’re parading, chasing leprechauns, rainbow hunting or just looking for someone to pinch, these St. Paddy’s Day recipes are perfect for a luck-of-the-Irish celebration. A SIP: JAMESON GREEN TEA PUNCH Ginger, honey and lemon meet up with Gunpowder Green Tea for a refreshing sip. Oh, and […]
Paprika is made from ground, dried peppers. A mainstay sprinkle for deviled eggs, many folks incorrectly refer to paprika as flavorless and that its only use is to add color to a dish. Paprika is a lot more complex. There are four types of paprika […]
While “what should I put on chicken” is our most-heard question, inquiries about local honey come in second. Honey is incredibly popular in the shop, and we field questions about health benefits, the location of hives and flavor. First and foremost – and perhaps most […]
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, […]
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 […]
When it rains, let it pour. Tea, that is. Whether it’s a cold-weather, curl-up-with-a-book type of rainy day or a summertime soaker, tea on a rainy day is just a really good idea. Here are our top 6 picks for rainy day sips. 1-Chai The warming […]
Hey Girl, Hey. We are in love with the friend-filled holiday trend of Galentine’s Day. This fun event dates back to season two, episode 16 of Parks and Rec when character Leslie Knope gathers a group of her closest gal pals – “Ladies celebrating ladies.” […]
Rise & Shine! We are up and at ’em with this roundup for America’s trendiest affair: Brunch! Long a Sunday morning tradition, brunch is now a Saturday morning (or any morning) staple. Here’s our roundup of seven tasty, easy-to-cook recipes must-haves for your next brunch. […]
From Store Owner Anne Milneck I’m not one for resolutions, but I read a story on cooking-specific promises for the year, and I thought: now that’s a good reason to make a resolution – or five! I write recipes, blogs, tips and tricks. I develop […]
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 […]
Quick, easy and packed with all the good stuff. Smoothies are a great for grab-and-go breakfasts, lunch at your desk or afternoon pick-me-up snacks. Here’s a round up of 5 fantastic, flavorful sips. Geaux Green Tropical Smoothie Here’s the thing: it IS easy being green! […]
No Valentine’s Day reservations? No problem. Check out these 3 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 […]
Tiny bubbles. We love them so. We especially love a celebratory sip with a twist from tea. Read on for three fun drinks, perfect for clinking, sipping and cheers-ing! 1-Earl Grey French 75 Super sophisticated, a French 75 gets a flavor twist from our Earl Grey […]
If mixology eludes you, rest assured, you’re not alone. We hesitated when it came time to writing recipes for cocktails. But the more we experimented, adding teas to the mix, the more comfortable we felt with a cocktail shaker in hand. Put in lots of […]