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Homemade Caviar Pearls-Molecular Gastronomy, What??

February 27, 2022
What the heck is molecular gastronomy and what does that have to do with
Celebrating Valentine’s Day at Doffo Winery

February 18, 2022
Living in Temecula allows me to celebrate various occasions and holidays
It Was a Great Doffo Weekend!

January 28, 2022
This last weekend turned out to be a “Doffo Winery Weekend”.
Altisima Winery – One of the New Wineries in Temecula Valley Wine Country

November 20, 2021
I have been known to enjoy a little wine in my time. So Nancy and I
Mystery Pop-Up Dinner In Temecula Wine Country

October 22, 2021
I definitely was interested when I heard about the Temecula chefs that

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Cardiff Crack – Burgundy Pepper Tri-Tip

April 22, 2024 0 comments

Recently we visited San Diego to see a concert. We were told to stop at the Cardiff Seaside Market on our way home. What for you ask? To pick up some “Cardiff Crack”. We are certainly not drug users but when it comes to food, we can be convinced to […]

Drink

The Best Smokin’ Whiskey Old Fashioned

October 13, 2023 0 comments

There are so many food recipes on my blog, I realized I have never provided a drink recipe. So today we are making the Best Smokin’ Whiskey Old Fashioned! Nancy took me to Agua Caliente Casino in Palm Desert for Father’s Day and they happened to have a great Cigar […]

BBQ/Grill, Meat, Steak

Let’s Try A Charcoal Steak Rub

August 25, 2023 0 comments

Let’s try a charcoal steak rub. Now I’m not talking about taking a charcoal briquette and rubbing it on your steak. We decided to pick one of the many seasoning rubs on the market that has activated charcoal as an ingredient. It brings a dramatic appearance to your beef dish […]

Asian, Condiment

The Best Quick Recipe for a Spicy Chili Crisp

June 17, 2022 0 comments

It’s time to make the Best Quick Recipe for a Spicy Chili Crisp! Chili crisp has to be one of my favorite condiments. My journey started many years ago as I was scanning my local Asian grocery store for chili oil. I came across some Laoganma Spicy Chili Crisp. From […]

International, Italian, Main dish, Pasta

Gnocchi or Gnudi, You Pick!

April 19, 2024 0 comments

Just another day on my COVID-19 watch. Gnocchi or gnudi, you pick! First of all, what is the difference? One thing for sure is that Gnudi is not related to the bad dream you have every once in a while about the after-effects from the first college frat party you […]

BBQ/Grill, Meat

Just a Great Pastrami Sandwich!

April 1, 2024 0 comments

I’m hoping you try out this recipe because it makes Just a Great Pastrami Sandwich! If you live in a town just like mine there are no delis that sell a great homemade pastrami. In March everyone is making Corned Beef because of St. Paddy’s Day. All I can say […]

Chicken, Italian, Seafood

The Best Tomato-Based Tuscan Dish

March 20, 2024 0 comments

You are going to love this dish! I’m sure you will agree that this recipe will become the Best Tomato-Based Tuscan Dish in your repertoire. I was originally introduced to this dish at a wine and food pairing at the Bluewater Grill in Temecula using the great wines of Palumbo […]

Appetizers

A Great Beef and Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread!

January 31, 2024 0 comments

I am a big fan of savory and sweet pull-apart dishes. This is a Great Beef and Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread recipe that will be a big hit and something different for your upcoming Super Bowl party. I have been seeing savory and sweet versions of pull-apart dishes for a while […]

Seafood

The Best Seafood Pan Roast

January 31, 2024 1 comment

You have come to the right place in finding my recipe for the Best Seafood Pan Roast. Have you ever craved a type of food so much, that you felt no problem waiting 3 hours just so you could get 1 out of the 18 seats available at the counter? […]

Side dish, Vegetable

Let’s Make a Potato Pavé

September 13, 2023 0 comments

Let’s Make a Potato Pavé! I’m always looking for something different that sets my taste buds going. I have been seeing what looked to me to be a block of potatoes which caught my eye. Looking further into what the heck this dish was all about, I found out that […]

Appetizers

The Best Spinach-Artichoke Dip

September 8, 2023 0 comments

Nancy and I were visiting Ponte Winery in Temecula and they were serving this awesome-tasting Spinach-Artichoke Dip. It was different than many of the typical Spinach Dips that are around these days. Everyone seems to have their own version. This is my version combining all the ingredients that I believe […]

Breakfast, Breakfast / Brunch, Brunch

My Soft Scrambled Eggs and Bacon-Filled Puff Pastry Shell With Foie Gras and King Trumpet Mushrooms With a Chamoy Drizzle!

September 5, 2023 0 comments

Are you looking for a Sunday Brunch dish that will get your guests’ taste buds jumping in anticipation? My recipe for my Soft Scrambled Eggs and Bacon-Filled Puff Pastry Shell With Foie Gras and King Trumpet Mushrooms With a Chamoy Drizzle just might do the trick! For me personally, I […]

Appetizers, BBQ/Grill, Chicken, Mexican, Sauces / Gravy

Best Chamoy Sauce!

August 8, 2023 0 comments

I believe you will think that my recipe will be the Best Chamoy Sauce out there! If you are unfamiliar with Chamoy; it is a traditional sauce/condiment used in Mexican cuisine. It is spicy, sweet, salty, and sour. Don’t be confused! To get that taste all in one bite you […]

Desserts

Chocolate Toffee No-Bake Cheesecake

July 12, 2023 0 comments

Let’s make a Chocolate Toffee No-Bake Cheesecake! I’m not much of a dessert guy, but I can be convinced to indulge in some things if you catch me on occasions a little weak of mind. Desserts such as chocolate souffle, creme brulee, mousse, and ice cream on a hot day. […]

Sandwich

The Best Tuna Melt

July 7, 2023 0 comments

As you all know, I like my sandwiches and today I am up for making the Best Tuna Melt! As always, In order to make the best you need to use the best products that are available to you. What Makes a Great Tuna Melt? My choices for my Tuna […]

Asian, BBQ/Grill, Chicken, Condiment, Sauces / Gravy, Vegetable

A Great Savory Japanese Tare Sauce and Stir Fry

June 30, 2023 0 comments

Today we are making a great savory Japanese Tare Sauce. “What is a tare sauce?” Have you been to a Sushi Restaurant and really enjoyed the sauce that was used as a glaze on the eel nigiri? It is called tare, or unagi no tare. If you enjoy going out […]

Italian, Main dish, Pizza

The Best New York Style Pizza Recipe

March 4, 2023 0 comments

It was time for me to come up with my version of the Best New York Style Pizza Recipe. I would describe my perfect pizza as New York Style, crispy on the bottom with a nice little chew to the dough. In my mind, there are no bad pizzas, just […]

Miscellaneous

Buckwheat Blinis; the Perfect Accompaniment for Caviar!

February 25, 2023 0 comments

Sometimes it’s the right time of the year to spoil yourself. Buckwheat Blinis are the perfect accompaniment for caviar to help celebrate the Holiday Season! Splurge a little at your next party with friends and family with some champagne and caviar. I go to Whole Foods about every 6 months […]

Cajun, Soup and Stews, Southern

Let’s Make a Delicious Bowl of Louisiana Gumbo!

February 25, 2023 0 comments

It’s that time of the year to make a delicious bowl of Louisiana Gumbo. Is this version made in the Cajun or Creole Style? Here’s where you can customize this dish to your own tastes. It’s my understanding that a Creole version would include tomatoes; the Cajun style does not. […]

Cajun, Main dish, Meat, Side dish

Let’s Make a New Orleans Feast!

February 25, 2023 1 comment

Let’s make a New Orleans Feast! We have family coming over from New Orleans. So the plan is to make a dinner to celebrate their visit and to partake and enjoy some of the great dishes from that part of the country. The meal plan is to serve Grilled Oysters, […]

Appetizers, BBQ/Grill, Seafood

Grilled Oysters; It Just Doesn’t Get Any Better!

January 30, 2023 2 comments

Tonight’s dinner is Grilled Oysters; It Just Doesn’t Get Any Better! This authentic recipe for Drago’s charbroiled oysters can be found all over the internet. The original recipe was developed by Tommy Cvitanovich, who created the famous seafood restaurant in New Orleans. He knew some people were afraid to eat […]

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