by Josie | Jul 17, 2022 | Citrus, Condiments, Food History, Gluten Free, Nuts, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Sauces, Vegan
This recipe is a twist on traditional romesco. Romeso is a rustic condiment typically made from a concoction of tomatoes, garlic, nuts, bread, olive oil, garlic and sherry vinegar. It’s a Catalonian recipe that no two chefs ever make exactly the same. But...
by Josie | Jul 5, 2022 | Citrus, Gardening, Gluten Free, Herbs, Nuts, Recipes, Salad Dressing, Salads, Vegetarian
If you grow like we do, you’ll soon be in the summer zucchini conundrum, desperate for a variety of ways to serve these crazy courgettes. If you are growing your own (or even when purchasing at Farmer’s Markets) zucchini is at their best when harvested...
by Josie | Jul 3, 2022 | Chilis, Citrus, Cocktails & Beverages
Mac is back with his summer rum cocktails. This was the perfect pond-side cocktail after our long bike ride. It’s a tiny bit spicy, a tiny bit sweet with a kick of lime and an addictive edge from the Tajin rimmed glass. Makes (1) cocktail: INGREDIENTS 2 T Tajin...
by Josie | Jul 1, 2022 | Hors d'oeuvres, Meal Planning, Recipes, Salad Dressing, Salads, Sides, Vinaigrettes
Fourth of July is around the corner and I’m thinking about what I want to make. We’re going to a party and the host has asked us to bring sides. I’m thinking salads and hors d’ouvre platters. They both travel well and serve the masses. Most of...
by Josie | Jun 25, 2022 | Chicken, Citrus, Condiments, Gluten Free, Hors d'oeuvres, Nuts, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Sauces, Sides, Skewers, Summer Pop-Up Menus
Food on sticks. It’s the best. Sate’ (or satay) is a popular street food found in Indonesia. Usually made with earthy, citrusy marinated chicken thighs or chicken breast, the meats are skewered and cooked over a flame and served with peanut dipping sauce....