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Want to get your eat on in Portland, Maine? With only 24 hours to hunt out and taste the best, I have a round-up of restaurants that you can't miss - and you may be shocked at just what made the cut. Greetings from Portland Maine for #tdb2b10k with #CabotFit 2015! #travel #explore...
You have 24 hours in Nashville Tennessee. No pressure but you are looking for the best eats in Nashville and on the quick. One, I should warn you that is simply not enough time. This city is booming with cuisine, and I am not just talking biscuits and barbecue. There are so many flavors happening in...
This Pear Martini Cocktail Recipe is a simple but magical way to kick off your next cocktail hour. It’s a basic cocktail recipe made with fresh pear juice and pear-infused vodka. This Pear Martini Cocktail Recipe is simple, flavorful, and perfect for any special event where you want to show off your cocktail tricks. You...
Take a trip to the Caribbean with this Coconut Mojito. With intense coconut flavor, light rum, and fresh mint, this fruity cocktail will transport you to a tropical island, relaxing under a cabana, even if you're chilling in your backyard in a lawn chair! Do you love a good Piña Colada on a warm summer...
Stay goodbye to basic cocktail recipes and hello to the Cuba Libre Cocktail! This popular drink combines light rum with hints of vanilla, a splash of lime juice, and a dash of cola, poured into a tall glass. It doesn't get much more liberating than that! Attention, cocktail enthusiasts and history buffs alike! Prepare to...
Skip all that flipping at the griddle and make this delicious Dutch baby pancake in cast iron. Big on taste and beloved by the pickiest of eaters, this classic Dutch baby is topped with fresh strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar. Super puffy and crunchy, these Dutch babies have more of an egg base...
Entire cities are celebrating their local flavors and drawing in visitors near and far with the food festival. Here's how to make the most of one (and still save room for roadside BBQ). Tackling the four day food celebration that is Greenville's Euphoria. Food. It's American's biggest obsession. From reality TV to Top Chefs, from...
There's nothing like a tiny restaurant, sitting on a corner in a small town. There's something about these tiny gems that exude character... Not to mention, the menu's are normally pretty darned good too.... A friend of mine introduced me to this little gem, The Station Taproom in Downington, Pennsylvania, one day for brunch. And...
There's a quaint little restaurant sitting South Main Street in Greenville, South Carolina that has a lovely view of the river rolling through the center of town as you sit and dine. It's a quiet sort of place with infused cocktails and a stellar menu that highlights simple dishes with amazing flavor. Whether for a...
Alright, pancake lovers, get ready to flip your world upside down with these delicious Gingerbread Pancakes. Because, let's face it, classic buttermilk pancakes just can't compete with the sass and spice of this holiday-inspired deliciousness. Are you tired of the same old pancake routine? Well, get ready to spice things up with our gingerbread pancakes...
This homemade Breakfast Pizza is the perfect breakfast for any occasion, whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or trying a new breakfast recipe. With simple ingredients like olive oil, garlic, ricotta, Prosciutto, mozzarella, and eggs, this easy Breakfast Pizza will win over even the pickiest of eaters. We love a good savory breakfast, like this...
The Blue Surf Cafe was an unexpected pleasure. This breakfast nook in Wilmington, NC is worth a stop. You might even stay right through lunch. Every trip is spent with much patience as I search for non-traditional places to park and stretch our legs. Which means, we spend more time driving. But that's ok, because...
This Angel Hair Pasta Salad if loaded with corn, chorizo, avocado, and grape tomatoes. A sure crowd pleaser, break this out for your next potluck. Someone should warn you that as you get older, time speeds up. I am pretty sure I am still flexing my pasta rolling arms in satisfaction and it's already time...
This Breakfast Sausage Ravioli is a guaranteed hit. For breakfast, for dinner, for brunch. Creamy, savory and worth the calories. Yeah, it is that good. It's an extra special jam packed post today. Why? Because it's cookbook club day! Because Breakfast for Dinner is the best thing ever. Because making pasta by hand makes...
These Hot Cross Buns are dense and hearty. Perfect for those cold mornings when you want to snuggle up with your coffee by the fire. Yeast is not. my. thing. I know that there is a skill, a knowledge bestowed upon those who work with yeast that comes from practice, finely honed skills, a...
Are you all ready for your big game day celebration? We're heading out this year to a party to enjoy commercials and friendly rivalries and I am still unsure of just what I want to bring. If your like me, and still planning the spread, check out these 20 easy crock pot recipes to help...
This white chocolate mousse with Frangelico is a perfect dessert to show off with, without taking hours of your time. Rich, decadent, and oh so good. Worth the prep. Worth the mess. In all the craziness, I haven't busted open the cookbooks since October, for the Pass the Cook Book Club! I am super excited...
Thanksgiving, it's time to think outside the bird... This year, make a stuffing that is cooked in the oven, not inside the turkey, for a new side that everyone will love, Thanksgiving dressing. The delicious flavors in this chicken dressing recipe make a cozy, carb-filled side dish that will make your mouth water. As much...
Don't knock it til you try it. That's a phrase I grew up hearing when something new was put on the plate in front of me. I have tried to live like that since I started cooking. The more I cooked, more ingredients I worked with, the more I tried, the more food I...
We we're in desperate need for a long overdue hearty breakfast after a two day stint in field on mountain bikes and a Ibuprofen induced coma from the night before. We hopped (more like hobbled) up and headed into the town of North East Maryland, wanting a some place quiet where we could sit outside, enjoy...
Yep, this post is late today. You know why? Pinterest. I'm not denying it. There are like 47 tabs open on my screen right now. 7 of which are just kittens being adorable. Thank God for the internet.... It's another monthly installment of the Pass the Cook Book Club! Oh snap. This time we are...
Let me start by saying this review is totally biased. Two Stones is my favorite place in Newark. Period. Now that that's off my chest... A few years ago the tiny dive that was always an Irish pub on the corner of Marrow's Road and Route 4 changed hands and became Two Stones Pub. Knowing...
Craving a light and easy salad that screams summer? Look no further than this refreshing watermelon salad! Packed with fresh watermelon, salty cheese, and a touch of fresh mint, it's the best way to beat the heat and enjoy summer produce. Looking for an easy watermelon salad recipe? This watermelon feta salad recipe is for...
It's that time again! Time to dust off those cookbooks, crack em open, and put on our aprons. Who am I kidding - there was no apron ;D Heck, I barely got it together in time for this months round of the Pass the Cook Book Club, which is why Juanita's Cucina picked the recipes...
Vary rarely do I make a recipe exactly as it states. I don't ever measure (unless I'm baking), I just toss things in, add things, omit things, and pretty much wing it after the title and initial concept are established. I also grind my own meat, 99% of the time. And damned if I have...
Trying to figure out what to make your Dad for Father's Day? Check out this round up - 25 of the the manliest meals from the archives - gathered all in one spot just for you. So grab some napkins, a sheet of scratch paper and let's plan an epic Father's Day menu! Bourbon Braised...
Strawberry Basil Gelato. Our tiny human brains can't process how epic the flavors will be until you actually take that first bite. And oh.my.god. it's just you, a big batch of gelato, and a spoon after that. Here's a little something from your childhood that grew up just in time to save your taste buds from another...
BBQ Chicken Taquitos are oozing with barbecue chicken and cheese. You won't be able to stop snacking on this new favorite. Looking for the best homemade chicken taquitos? These cheesy chicken taquitos are made with leftover BBQ shredded chicken and shredded cheese for the perfect easy dinner or appetizer. These aren't your 7-Eleven taquitos. However,...
This savory Snake Bite Sandwich from Guy Fieri packs a ton of flavor and can feed a crowd. It's round two of Pass the Cook Book Club - and I'm not sure I could be more excited. This month we cooked recipes from Guy Fieri's cookbook. I had received this book as a gift for my birthday...
These Slow Cooker Hash Browns are loaded with meat, cheese, and veggies to start your morning right. Wrap up in a tortilla and go face the day. Bourbon Sampling Some people just can't hold their liqueur. It's a skill I think everyone should find some time to develop. See, being able to sip a drink...
Did I say Slow Cooker Burritos? Yup. The flavor of the chipotle beef is awesome and the prep work is really easy. Add to that the delicious layers of guacamole, salsa, cheese, rice and beans. Oh sweet baby Jesus. This recipe will definitely be made again and again. Can you believe there are only a...
These Asian Sliders are a meld of Eastern flavor, with a Western addiction to all things served on portable bread. Subtle, crisp and full of flavor. Every now and again it's good to humble yourself by totally making an ass of yourself live over the internet to be forever broadcast over Youtube. Only every now...
Because the weather outside is supposed to be frightful for the next few days. Because some days you just need to be fat. Because nothing hits the spot quite like macaroni and cheese. And because nothing says easy dinner like the crock pot. This is what's for dinner. And there's probably going to be leftovers....
It's a recap of 2012 by the numbers and my hard working and underpaid legion of analytically super-minds were able to wrangle data from the interwebs and piece together the top 10 most visited posts of 2012. So, according to the data: Thin Mint Trifles Buttermilk Blueberry Breakfast Cake Banana Bread in a Mug Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos...
Still struggling with your Thanksgiving menu? Are you a slacker like myself who hasn't even begun to clean the house or grocery shop yet? Waiting til the last minute to have a major panic attack? Well, sit some wine (or a shot of tequila, I don't judge) and take a look at these delicious options from around the web....
This Skillet Pizza recipe is a perfect addition to my dinner 'for two' goal. These are super simple, fresh and the about as close as I will ever get to a vegetarian meal. Cooking for two is tough. Stupid tough. Everything is packaged either too big or too small. I feel like Goldilocks. Don't get...
Craving a taste of Thailand but don't feel like takeout? This easy chicken pad Thai recipe brings the restaurant-quality flavors right to your kitchen! Made with thin rice noodles, juicy chicken, and a sweet-savory sauce, this stir-fry is sure to become a weeknight favorite. Looking for an easy chicken pad Thai recipe? Sure, Pad Thai...
The grill isn't just for burgers anymore. Bust out some dough, and get this pizza fired up. Once you try grilled pizza, you'll never go back. Brace yourselves. It's the last week of grill themed action packed calorie loaded fat kid Mondays here at Pass the Sushi. I know, I cried a little myself. But...
Taco night getting a little... predictable? Let's ditch the usual and dive into something crazy delicious: Tacos with Chorizo! These bad boys are bursting with flavor, come together in a flash, and are guaranteed to shake up your taco routine. Looking for an easy chorizo taco recipe? Then, you'll love this Mexican-inspired recipe! Chorizo, whether...
The other day my parents told me a friend of the family's kid was reading my website. My first thought was cool. My second thought was, damn, do I curse too much? (Not possible, I am way more filtered on here than in the real world, snugglier too). I'm always shocked to find that people...
