Shrimp Curry and Couscous
When we are having a work lunch on Capitol Hill or a beach BBQ down in South Carolina, we always try to weave shrimp into m … Continue reading Shrimp Curry and Couscous
Category: Appetizer
Antipasti or Antipasto
I was always confused when we went to the Italian section of Boston, also known as The North End, because some restaurants offered antipasti and some … Continue reading Antipasti or Antipasto
Grilled Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Jalapeño, and Feta
This is a delicious, simple and flavorful first course or side dish for just about any meal. The grilling of onions and jalapeños mellows their kick … Continue reading Grilled Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Jalapeño, and Feta
Bacon Spicy Goat Cheese Starter
Everyone knows we love a good bacon sandwich and have a host of recipes, but we do love this simple variation thar brings in a toasted … Continue reading Bacon Spicy Goat Cheese Starter
Arancini
Sicily is the home of so many great foods and one appetizer from there is always a big hit at our parties. It would be near … Continue reading Arancini
Bacon Onion Crab (or Shrimp) Dip
Dips with a kick are perfect for a party especially when it is SEC season down in the south, the Super Bowl or just about anything. … Continue reading Bacon Onion Crab (or Shrimp) Dip
Seared Scallops in Brown Butter
The critical rule in cooking scallops is to make sure they are fresh as well as “dry,” meaning they are free of preservatives so there is … Continue reading Seared Scallops in Brown Butter
Tomato Cheese Tartlets
We use tomato tartar for so many dishes because it is just rich with flavor. This is a little bit like our pizza but packed with … Continue reading Tomato Cheese Tartlets
Tomato Tartar
A small group of us have, year after year, gone for a day of cooking with the infamous chef Patrick O’Connell at his Michelin three star … Continue reading Tomato Tartar
Shrimp Aubergine (Eggplant)
Every time we are in London we go to our favorite spot, Le Petit Maison, and their amazing Chef, Rafeal, creates a must have baked aubergine … Continue reading Shrimp Aubergine (Eggplant)
Roasted Tomato Carpaccio
When I serve our traditional Carpaccio there is always a lot of sauce, arugula and parmesan left-over. Also, there are more than a few guests that … Continue reading Roasted Tomato Carpaccio
French Onion Soup with Gruyere Crisps
Ingredients If jumping on a plane to Paris so you can grab a bowl of French onion soup at Pied de Cochon is a bit extravagant … Continue reading French Onion Soup with Gruyere Crisps
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms are extremely easy to make and they have lasting powers to make it through a cocktail party. It’s easy to make a big batch … Continue reading Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Beef Carpaccio
Giuseppe Cipriani’s started a world famous bar & restaurant, Harry’s Bar in Venice, Italy. He created not only the Bellini there but a few yers later … Continue reading Beef Carpaccio
Ham & Cheese Toasts
If you want an easy appetizer do this holiday version of the cheese toasts we love from Freeman’s in New York. Ingredients French baguette 4 cups extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 cup Gruyère cheese 2 cups of ham, finely … Continue reading Ham & Cheese Toasts
Asian Lettuce Wraps
I was traveling out to Los Angeles in the late 90s and went for the first time to Chin Chin, an amazingly delicious and expensive Asian … Continue reading Asian Lettuce Wraps
Holiday Party Ideas
It is that time of the year to splurge, feel tight around he belt and have very bite of food that is put or passed around you. Here are some of our favorites you might want to try if you … Continue reading Holiday Party Ideas
Cheese and Chive Biscuits
The best biscuit in the world is served up in Savannah at the Back in Time Bakery, run by a great couple, Cheryl and Griffith Day, who are often there working away out front or in the kitchen, They penned … Continue reading Cheese and Chive Biscuits
Filo Merguez Rolls
Greek food is always a favorite to cook, serve and eat. I always find Greek menus to touch on fresh ingredients and are packed with flavor. Growing up I would watch the women in the family tossing around buttered sheets … Continue reading Filo Merguez Rolls
Snow Peas & Ham
I traveled to Spain more than ten times a year for work and have found some of the most amazing restaurants and cuisines from Madrid to Barcelona. The country has a lot regional dishes that touch on the history, culture … Continue reading Snow Peas & Ham
