Gumbo with South Carolina Shrimp, Andouille and Rice

When making a great gumbo, focus on the roux and high-quality local ingredients. The roux determines texture and color, requiring time and attention. Local ingredients like Andouille, South Carolina white shrimp, and Gold Rice add authentic flavor. The process involves slow rendering of bacon, preparing a dark roux, and adding key ingredients for a rich, flavorful result.

Man o’ War Cocktail

The Man o’ War cocktail is named after a renowned racehorse and has a mysterious origin, likely originating in mid-20th century Kentucky. The cocktail’s balance of sweet Grand Marnier and vermouth with the sharpness of lemon juice and high-proof bourbon creates a delightful flavor. To make, shake bourbon, Grand Marnier, vermouth, and lemon juice, then strain and garnish.

Roasted Pork Shoulder, Soy Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Green Lentils with an Arugula, Pecan Pesto

A mouthwatering recipe for Roast Pork Shoulder with Soy Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Green Lentils, and Arugula Pesto. The pork is seasoned with a smoky, sweet, and slightly spicy rub and slow-cooked to perfection. The sweet potatoes are glazed with a soy mixture and charred to deliciousness, while the green lentils and arugula pesto add earthy and herbaceous flavors respectively.

Top 15 Posts of 2023

The top posts of 2023 featured a variety of delectable dishes, with Publix #PubSub coming in at number one. Seafood dishes dominated the list, while copycat recipes and unique meals from various restaurants also made the cut. The list showcased an array of culinary delights, including holiday subs, succulent seafood, and flavorful chicken dishes.

Dry Manhattan (Brooklyn) Cocktail

My recent preference for savory, booze-forward cocktails, such as the Manhattan. I found the original version too sweet, the Perfect Manhattan slightly less so, and the Dry Manhattan needing some sweetness in the form of Luxardo cherry juice. The cocktail dates back to the mid-1800s and includes rye whiskey, dry vermouth, bitters, and cherry juice, garnished with Luxardo cherries.

Perfect Manhattan Cocktail

The “Perfect Manhattan” cocktail, an homage to the Perfect Martini, uses equal parts of sweet and dry vermouth instead of only sweet vermouth utilized in a traditional Manhattan. It adds complexity and nuance to the drink. The cocktail requires rye whiskey, both vermouths, Angostura bitters, Luxardo cherry juice and garnish, along with a lemon twist.

The Fourth Regiment Cocktail

The Fourth Regiment Cocktail. I’ve been drifting for years towards more boozy, savory drinks and this one fits the bill just fine.

Burgers, Burgers and More Burgers

Here are all the burger recipes I’ve ever posted. All of them are so good. Italian Cheese Burger with Provolone, Charred Heirloom Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Aioli on Ciabatta – 2022 Local Shitake and Swiss Burger with Black Garlic and Soy Aioli – 2022 Bacon and Mac ‘n Cheese Burger – 2021 French Onion…