Unroasted Garlic

    Three Recipes: The Best Way to Roast Garlic

    Something magical happens when you learn how to roast garlic the right way that concentrates the garlic’s flavors while adding some sweetness, and reducing raw garlic’s pungent bite.

    Cheesy Mexican Chicken on Fork

    Mexican Chicken

    Mexican Chicken is the perfect embodiment of comfort food. Our Mexican Chicken Recipe is easy to make for big groups and is something almost everyone loves because it has loads of cheese and a nice crunch.

    A whole pan pancetta and leek bread pudding

    Savory Pancetta and Leek Bread Pudding

    Savory Pancetta and Leek Bread Pudding is an amazing side dish that goes with anything roasted. The smell of pancetta, leeks, and garlic sautéing in butter should be enough to get you to try this savory bread pudding.

    The Emperor of Wine is a good read that helps put Parker's rise in the context of the whole industry

    Review: Emperor of Wine – The Rise of Robert M. Parker, Jr. and the Reign of American Taste

    Have you ever wondered why wines are scored on a 100 point scale? Take a read through Emperor of Wine, Elin McCoy’s biography of Robert Parker, and learn how Parker transformed an entire industry.

    Manhattan cocktail

    Manhattan

    Our Manhattan Cocktail recipe uses the classic 2 to 1 rye to vermouth ratio with the addition of a bing cherry to compliment the smokiness of the rye whiskey and is served on a big rock to keep everything ice cold.

    There's an emptiness to this type of silence

    At the Bar: When the Last Guest Leaves

    One of the hardest things for me and I’m guessing for other people who like to host things is when the last guest leaves and you’re left with an empty house.

    Fresh guacamole

    Guacamole

    This guacamole recipe uses avocados, lime juice, and a jalapeno to make a fresh, chunky homemade guacamole that is perfect for parties and topping tacos, burritos, and just about anything else you can think of.

    A classic version of the Old Fashioned

    Take a Drink and Travel Through Time as We Explore the Old Fashioned

    Grab a drink and travel through time as we explore the history and evolution of the Old Fashioned one drink at a time from whiz-bang bartenders from the 1800s to Wisconsin supper clubs to today’s craft cocktail rooms.

    Roasted bison hanger steak with savory bread pudding

    Thinking About Buffalo as an Ingredient

    Over the last twenty-five years there has been a lot more interest in bison or buffalo meat, unfortunately for most people, their experience doesn’t go much beyond buffalo burgers. Come along with us as we try out a variety of cuts and learn more about this most American of animals.

    A Bite And A Shot

    Bourbon Apple Bread Pudding

    When you’re looking for a delicious bread pudding recipe to serve with something roasted or barbecued, try making Bourbon Apple Bread Pudding.
    White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

    White Cheddar and Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

    White Cheddar and Horseradish Mashed Potatoes put boring mashed potatoes in their place by using horseradish, white cheddar, and shallots to create creamy, cheesy, mashed potatoes with real zest.
    Sprouts gotta fly

    Sriracha Laced Brussels Sprouts

    This kick-ass Brussels sprouts recipe gets its spicy flavor from spending time in a Sriracha-laced bath. This is a great dish to serve when you’re looking for a veggie side dish that can stand up for itself.
    Close up of grilled chicken

    Fall in Love with Grilled Barbecue Chicken

    For BBQ chicken you can fall in love with that is crispy on the outside & succulent and juicy on the inside try using indirect heat and your grill.

    Tomato soup and grilled cheese

    Why You Should Try Not Your School Lunch Tomato Soup

    Growing up tomato soup was my least favorite school lunch item. It tasted like the lunch ladies just watered down a big pot of water with a small can of V8 and a dash of red food coloring. It took a long time and a lot of trial and error to figure out how to make a tomato soup that I loved to eat.

    Classic old fashioned cocktail

    Classic Old Fashioned

    This classic Old Fashioned cocktail recipe uses bourbon while stripping out the mid-century addition of soda while keeping the orange slice and cherry that are commonly associated with the cocktail.
    Tender Slow Cooked Pork Tacos

    An Easy Way to Make Great Slow Cooked Pork Tacos

    Learn how to use your crock-pot to make great slow-cooked pork tacos with a sweet, spicy, citrus flavor that are so tender the pork just falls apart.

    Wouldn't it be nice if the holidays were simpler

    At the Bar: Trying to Make the Holidays Worthwhile

    As the holidays wind down we take a look at overcoming the holiday paradox and figuring out how to enjoy the holidays.

    Roasted Butternut Squash With Pecans

    Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans

    This roasted butternut squash recipe has great flavor, a nice crunch from the pecans, and interesting color from the Craisins.