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 looked to our Baja Fish Taco Blend to deliver big flavor to...
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 batches of chicken stock. In a pinch, a carton of chicken...
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 Day (every day) in your kitchen. 1- Turn scraps into...
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: For our local friends in the Baton Rouge Area: Stop...
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 the perfect tea based on your sign. Aries – Masala...
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 crawfish? Don’t mind if we do! Take crawfish season in...
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 we retired our Vanilla Dark Balsamic? Big mistake! And that’s...
Listen to Smidgen: Throw an Unforgettable Tapas Party: 7 Incredible Recipes and Expert Tips 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...
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, Carol and Phyllis – she can’t tell three of them...