Archive for the 'Seafood' Category

Nov 17 2011

Walking to New Orleans

More than anywhere in the US, New Orleans has been a mecca for food and some of the most known chefs we’ve seen in the media. Emeril Lagasse, Paul Prudhomme, Susan Spicer, etc. There is no doubt that Cajun and Creole cuisine has made a huge impact on American culture. My own exploration into Louisiana [...]

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Oct 07 2011

The Catch of the Day

Published by under Chinese,Greek,Mexican,Seafood,Slovak

Lately, I’ve received some feedback from some readers who asked in why most of the recipes on this site are “complicated”. I was asked about “simpler” dishes like seasoned chicken or fish. The reality is that there isn’t much to making simpler dishes as long as you know your seasonings and how to cook the chosen [...]

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Jun 03 2011

Heading South of the Border

Published by under Chicken,Mexican,Seafood

I’ve always found it funny how much animosity I see in the United States towards Mexico when it comes to immigration, the people, language, etc…but on the flipside most Americans love the food. I’m not kidding. Look how much franchises like Taco Bell and Chipotle have managed to explode in the US. Tacos and burritos [...]

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Apr 26 2011

The Other Side of the Deli

Published by under American,Chicken,Salads,Seafood

Practically any deli in the world is usually divided into two halves.  One half of course being the deli meats and cheeses, in flavors depending on the ethnic origin of the delicatessen.  The other half are the prepared foods, and amongst this cornucopia of delicacies has been the mainstay of the deli salad. Most of [...]

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Mar 16 2011

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Around the world this week, it’s a celebration of all things Irish. Gallons of green beer will be consumed, pub songs will be sang, and of course there will be plenty of sick calls to work the next day. Irish food will be in full Celtic swing in every pub all over the world, and [...]

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Feb 12 2011

Andar de Paella

Published by under Casserole,Chicken,Seafood,Spanish,Stews

Spanish cuisine has always fascinated me, mainly because of how much it differs from the many flavors of Mexican, Central, and South American cuisine one finds here in the US. While the languages are similar, the food certainly isn’t. Spanish cuisine has its own distinct flavor and culture that one can see relationships with its [...]

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