by Josie | Mar 14, 2023 | Chef Inspired, Cooking, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free, Herbs, Recipes, Soup
On a research trip one year, our corporate marketing manager arranged for us to have a private dining experience in a little restaurant nestled in an old Boston neighborhood. I can’t remember the name, but everything about the place was out of Saveur magazine...
by Josie | Nov 17, 2022 | Chef Inspired, Dairy, Freezer Friendly, Ginger, Recipes, Spices
Sometimes I just have to post someone else’s creations. This looks so good and is probably pretty easy to pull off, particularly since Ina says she does it the day before and then voila, they appear as the perfect dessert. Serves 8-10 servings INGREDIENTS ¼ cup...
by Josie | Oct 27, 2022 | Chef Inspired, Chilis, Citrus, Cooking, Ginger, Gluten Free, Recipes, Rice, Sides, Tofu, Vegan, Vegetarian
I saw this recipe in New York Times and gave it a try. It’s fantastic. The recipe is easy and can be adjusted to meet your need for heat. It goes great with wok seared baby bok choy and steamed rice. Of course, broccoli, cabbage, or other hearty green would be...
by Josie | Jul 29, 2022 | Cheese, Chef Inspired, Dairy, Fermented Foods, Food History, Herbs, Meal Planning, Recipes, Sandwiches, Vegetarian Option
The muffaletta sandwich has Sicilian roots and is said to have been created in 1906 in New Orleans by a deli/grocery store owner named Salvatore Lupo. I had my first muffuletta when I was working with Bon Appetit in California. The company standard for this sandwich...
by Josie | Aug 31, 2021 | Cheese, Chef Inspired, Dairy, Gluten Free, Herbs, Roasting and grilling, Sides, Vegan Option, Vegetarian
I was reminded of this recipe this morning when my daily NYT email came through. We’ve made this a couple of times this summer, but I always forget to take pictures! So the picture credit goes to NYT. With summer coming to an end, so is our coveted corn...
by Josie | Jun 22, 2021 | Chef Inspired, Gluten Free, Herbs, Hors d'oeuvres, Recipes, Salads, Sides, Vegetarian, Vinaigrettes
Ten years ago I had my first grilled romaine experience. I WISH I could remember the name of the restaurant. By far, the best food we had on our trip. It was on the water in San Diego. You know the one… The menu was an amazing read, but out of all the items...
