Everyone needs a blockbuster way of preparing the iconic big shrimp, all rosey with tails still protruding, to star as an appetizer, to dress up soups and salads, or to just fill the entrée bill with high style. Here’s the way Los Angeles Dame Zov Karamardian – restaurateur, chef, and cookbook author – prepares them. […]
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It’s Officially Peach Season!
Summer is here and you know what that means — it’s peach season!
Scruffy Duffies’ Pizza Fries
This recipe is courtesy of Scruffy Duffies.
Pear & Pumpkin Tart
This Pear & Pumpkin Tart from the brand new INSTYLE Parties cookbook is easy to put together with a few puff pastry sheets and prepping the pumpkin ahead of time.
Masraff’s Ahi Tuna Tempura
One of Masraff’s most popular specials…Ahi Tuna Tempura.
Roasted Serrano Hummus
The perfect snack food whether you’re in front of the TV or on the Riverwalk. This is a great dish to keep in your refrigerator. It’s easy to prepare, tastes great down to the last bite, and it makes a great snack – a fun change from chips and salsa. Thanks to Boudro’s and Zinc […]
Smoked Salmon Tartare on Green Olive Crostini
Pat Mozersky came up with this recipe to highlight Olive Oil. We all know how healthy it is – and it’s so delicious. Try this appetizer from Pat. Green Olive Pesto In a food processor, combine the olives, onion, pine nuts and garlic and blend for 1 minute. With the motor running, slowly add the […]
Tapas Bandas from Villa España at NIOSA
Tapas are delicious appetizers served in Spain. And you can sample them in the Villa España area at NIOSA. These flavorful appetizers were introduced at NIOSA in 2004. Enjoy! 1. In sauté pan or skillet, sauté the garlic in the olive oil for 2 or 3 minutes. 2. Toss the peppers in with the garlic […]
Warm Maple Brie with Apples, Cranberries, Dates & Pecans
This is a delicious appetizer (I could make a meal out of it!) from the charming Cotton Gin’s Cabernet Grill restaurant in Fredericksburg. It makes the perfect party food!
