Mark Hinds

Big Bad Brisket Sandwich

The Big Bad Brisket Sandwich is all about tender brisket, tangy BBQ sauce, and pepper jack cheese getting together to have a good time on some Texas Toast.

Sous Vide Brisket

This sous vide brisket recipe uses our special brisket rub and a little time on the grill to create a smokey brisket with bold flavors that is so tender it…

Taste Along with Cube Libre and Rum and Coke

Why the Cuba Libre Hates Being Called a Rum and Coke

The Cuba Libre is a bright, delicious island drink with a great origin story that more than likely was completely made up, but still hasn’t been enough to get the…

Cuba Libre

The Cuba Libre gets its bright tropical flavors from fresh squeezed lime juice that is nicely complimented by the Coca-Cola and some good rum.

How to Make a Great Rum and Coke

What makes the rum and coke so popular is how the smooth, slightly sweet flavors come together to create a simple, refreshing cocktail you can drink all night.

Lamb Stew with Great Northern Beans

Lamb stew with fresh herbs and white beans is a treat any time of the year. What makes this lamb stew recipe so delicious is the combination of the coriander,…

Garlicky Refrigerator Pickles

This refrigerator pickle recipe only takes a few minutes to make and is a tasty way to eat more veggies. We like to eat these refrigerator pickles as a side…

Discovering Umami – A History of the Fifth Flavor

The history of umami, what it is, where it comes from, what it tastes like, and how Umami was discovered is a fascinating journey wrapped up in culture and chemistry.

Smoked Salmon Canapes with Cream Cheese and Raspberry Fruit Spread

Smoked salmon canapés are a delicious appetizer that is easy to make. The flavors in the smoked salmon compliment the sweetness in the raspberry fruit spread and the crisp rye…

Blood Orange Negroni

A Blood Orange Negroni is a unique way to feature blood oranges when they are in season. The bitter sweetness of the fresh squeezed blood orange juice is the perfect…

Ancho Chili and Honey BBQ Sauce

With their dark color and rich smoky flavor, Ancho chilies are the perfect foundation for a great BBQ sauce. This Ancho Chili and Honey BBQ Sauce recipe uses dried Ancho,…

Smoked Salmon BLT

Smoked salmon BLTs are a delicious way to use smoked salmon and step up your BLTs. The reason smoked salmon BLTs are so tasty is the rich smokiness from the…

Smoked Pork Ribs

Smoked pork ribs are the pinnacle of great barbecue. The best ribs are tender and juicy with a nice crisp bark on the outside, have a deep smoke flavor that…

Review: Cooked, Michael Pollan’s New Netflix Series

Cooked, a new documentary by Michael Pollan and Alex Gibney on Netflix is a beautifully filmed series about the role cooking plays in what makes us human.If you’re interested in…

Negroni

Our classic Negroni recipe uses equal portions of gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth to create an unforgettable cocktail that has distinctive spice notes that will transport you to Italy.

Roasted Carrots with Rosemary and Fennel

What makes this roasted carrot recipe work is how the olive oil and lemon juice come together to create a light sauce that highlights the flavors in the fresh herbs…

Hot Smoked Salmon

This hot smoked salmon recipe uses a stovetop smoker to gently smoke the salmon with alder wood, which gives it a rich delicate flavor.

At the Bar: What Umami is All About

In this At the Bar column, I talk about Umami’s approach to storytelling, what our goals are, and how we’re working to become an essential publication for people interested in…

Author: Mark Hinds