It seems like wherever you look there’s always some sort of “Secret” sauce recipe floating around the interwebs. From McDonald’s to In-N-Out and every restaurant that serves up burgers and sandwiches in between, everybody’s got their own twist on a secret recipe. All that said–and I’m obviously biased–I really love my own secret sauce, and
This week has been all about yummy Asian-inspired dishes in our house, so I thought it might be nice to post one of my favorite go-to spicy sauce recipes. That way you can add it to whatever dish or appetizer you’re making this evening. Pot stickers, dumplings, chicken, beef, shrimp and rice…the list is truly
Last night I was in the mood for something quick and easy, so I scoured the fridge for something with said qualities. A few seconds later, I emerged triumphant with pre-soaked rice noodles in hand and a smile on my face. After a crazy day of writing, I’d forgotten that I’d actually planned ahead for
Szechuan-style beef lo mein may only be a thing that exists in my fantasies, but with a little creative thinking and fearless flavor combinations, anything is possible. I’ve never met a steak I didn’t like, and, not unusual for me, I was DYING for Szechuan. My food motto? The hotter and spicier, the better. Taking
Asian takeout has always been one of my family’s favorite foods–Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Taiwanese, Vietnamese, etc. It all started back with my grandmother’s love for Chinese culture in particular, and the hours she used to spend learning and trying to replicate her favorite dishes. Her dim sum was TO DIE FOR, Y’ALL. I so wish
I’ve been on this SERIOUS workout routine for the last several weeks, and have been so impressed by the changes and differences I’ve seen in both my body and day-to-day life. Now, to be clear, I’m always eating fresh food that I cook for myself. But I’m talking about really, really getting into the nitty/gritty
September in New York was probably my absolute favorite. I love sweater and boot weather, and I love crisp mornings. The south is a little different…it’s still in the upper 80s during the day time, but the last few nights have been cooling off. And once those temperatures drop, all I can think about is
Gourmet pulled pork sandwiches? Does such a thing exist? Yes, friends, it really, really does. And it goes a little something like this: tender, rich, melt-in-your-mouth pork seasoned with a perfectly balanced Memphis-style rub, on a toasted bun slathered with spicy sweet red onion chutney (in place of plain old bbq sauce), jalapeño popper pimento
One of the nice things about living in the South is the extended fall season. I love everything about September (and October) from the slight crispness in the air, to the leaves getting ready to explode in those glorious autumn colors. There’s no better time to go hiking and breathe in the natural beauty of the