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Imported, Pork Dishes, Recipes

The BEST Pork and Black Bean Mole Chili

Chili is one of the perfect Fall or Winter dishes that is perfect for a group of friends or a romantic meal for two. This variation is made with country pork ribs, black beans, and the basic spices found in most chili recipes (cumin, chili powder, oregano). But the special ingredient that takes this[...]
Chicken Dishes, Imported, Recipes

Savory Mushroom Stuffed Quail

Savory Mushroom stuffed Quail served with a nutty, sweet, and sour walnut sauce. Creamy, earthy, with a hint of game flavor, this is a very elegant dish that’s really easy if you use partially deboned quail.   Pair this Seduction Meal with a Pinot Noir from Burgundy or Poulsard/Plous[...]
Valentine's Day 365, Wanderlust

Romantic Dining in the Hudson Valley

Discover true romance in New York’s Hudson Valley where you will be surrounded by breath-taking views including cliffs, valleys, the Hudson River, majestic mountains and waterfalls. This is the land of the Culinary Institute and a locavore, or local, food movement that boasts artisanal purveyo[...]
Appetizers and Tapas, Imported, Recipes

Calamari Fritto Two-Ways

I love fried calamari with special dipping sauces–tomato sauce, lemon or garlic aioli, spicy tomato salsa, ponzu sauce–what a guilty pleasure! This past weekend I decided to try this recipe two ways: a crispier, crunchier calamari – where you coat the calamari rings in flour, egg [...]