This creative cobb salad from Cordúa in Houston brings together iron-rich black beans and protein-packed quinoa for a refreshing new salad. We love it with chopped avocado and fresh-made pico de gallo — and a loving sprinkle of bacon!
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Tookie’s Campechana Cocktail
Towering shrimp campechana layered with hand-mixed tri-pepper pico de gallo, avocado and tangy campechana sauce from Chef CJ with Tookie’s Seafood in Seabrook, Texas.
La Fogata’s Guacamole Con Tequila
This is La Fogata’s secret recipe for their delicious guacamole con tequila! It’s made table side — don’t forget to ask for the tequila kick!
Foxhole Culinary Tavern’s Salmon Ceviche Tostadas
Fresh, vibrant, coastal inspired tostadas with sliced Scottish salmon and a fruity twist from the guys at Foxhole Culinary Tavern! The simple prep includes fresh strawberries – something I’ve never had before in ceviche! Habanero sea salt gives it an extra kick.
Brennan’s Duck Hunters Chili
Chef Danny Trace’s ‘Dirty’ Duck Chili is as hearty and homemade as they come! Chef Danny was the long time Executive Chef at Brennan’s of Houston. Stewed in a cast iron skillet and seasoned to taste with salt, pepper and cayenne.
Aldaco’s Ceviche
This approach to ceviche is citrus based, has zesty flavors that your senses will keep asking for more. Many thanks to Blanca at Aldaco’s Stone Oak for the recipe!
15 Minute Easy Fish Tacos
These easy and fresh tacos are filling and healthy! Use them with any white fish you like.
Avocado Fundido
We’re all in on this Avocado Fundido dip, compliments of Executive Chef David Bull with Second Bar + Kitchen. A crafty creation in under 10 minutes with queso asadero, house chorizo and chipotle corn chips!
Le Colonial’s Rice Noodle Salad
Le Colonial’s Rice Noodle Salad comes together with fresh Vietnamese vegetables and herbs, and begs for a chardonnay. Delicious with grilled shrimp or steak.
Jugo’s Quinoa, Sweet Potato and Cashew Dish
There’s not much razzle-dazzle to this dish — just plain good eatin’! Cooked quinoa and sweet potato chunks come together in a tangy Orange-Cashew Dressing, garnished with cilantro and radish from Jugo in Austin.
Yucatan Chicken Jicama Tacos
The jicama tortillas steal the show on these zesty chicken tacos from H-E-B Cooking Connection. Chef Adrian shows you how! The avocado sauce adds a few carbs to the taco, but not many! With or out without the salsa they’re still really good!
The Sauce Beer & Beans
Tender BBQ baked beans with ALL the trimmings! Made with fried bacon bits, sliced sausage and a bottle of your favorite dark beer. Shiner Bock is a shoe-in for us!
Crispy Umami Chicken Wings
Find this potent plate on the dinner menu at The Peached Tortilla in Austin. Marinated in a fish sauce vinaigrette, topped with herbs and shallots. Gluten free!
Spicy Clam Soup with Basturma
Clam soup with a kick! This thick, tomato-based broth is amazing with the Basturma (Turkish beef). Pastrami is also a good substitute.
Backstreet Cafe’s Heirloom and Cherry Tomato Cocktail
This recipe seemed like a perfect choice for Backstreet’s Tomato Seasonal Menu. Celebrate the peak of tomato season by using tomatoes of different shapes and colors to make this cocktail interesting.